On April 21, the eve of Earth Day, Veolia Djur and the Geological Museum of the Institute of Geological Sciences of the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia jointly organized an educational visit to the Arzni water spring. This event served as a logical continuation of the “Water, Nature, and Me...” contest and event held on March 22, in honor of World Water Day.
The participants—students and teachers from six different educational institutions, employees of the Geological Museum, and environmentalists—aimed to become familiar with one of the capital’s most important water sources, to learn about the technology behind producing life-sustaining water, to personally witness its high quality, and to evaluate the work of Veolia Djur specialists in providing water to Yerevan.
At the Arzni spring’s sanitary zone, Veolia Djur employees organized a tour for the guests. They presented the water collection system, pumping station, and chlorination facilities, told the story of the spring’s establishment, and offered fresh water tasting directly from the source. The water was excellent, the sanitary zone was well-kept, and the spring's operation met all standards. The students expressed their gratitude with applause—not only to the water workers but also to the police patrol team for their important and challenging service.
Later, Veolia Djur representatives Artashes Aghinyan and Murad Sargsyan gave the students an explanation of the natural water cycle and challenged them to test their knowledge: did they know which Yerevan neighborhoods receive water from which springs? The interactive quiz was lively and engaging.
As for the “Water Lesson” contest, the jury unanimously decided to name all six teams winners, recognizing them as the best future environmentalists. Indeed, all the submitted projects were worthy of the highest praise. The teams received certificates and prizes from the Director of the Geological Museum, Gayane Grigoryan, and all participants were awarded souvenirs by Veolia Djur for their enthusiasm and dedication.
The students didn’t hold back either. While this year’s World Water Day theme was “Nature for Water,” Earth Day was observed under the slogan “End Plastic Pollution.” In response, the students presented their research findings and offered their own solutions to the issue. And finally, after lunch and rest in the heart of nature, they collected and sorted the waste, demonstrating not only in words but also through action their care for the environment.
The day was full and exciting. The young marveled at what they saw, and the adults admired the young. And rightly so—judging by the students’ energy and creativity, it is safe to say that the future of Mother Earth is in good hands.
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