First edition of Eco Market Malta held

Eco-conscious individuals and families gathered at the Gaia Foundation premises in Għajn Tuffieħa at the weekend for the first edition of Eco Market Malta.
The event featured stalls by sustainable and ethical local artisans and small businesses besides a series of talks, workshops, music, art and entertainment – all aimed towards raising awareness about safeguarding the environment.
“There has never been a more appropriate time to care about the environment,” Zen D’Amato Gautam, the event’s founder and main organiser, told the Times of Malta.
“We are starting to realise that change is needed and there is a general demand and desire to learn how to assist a smooth transition to a more sustainable lifestyle. Sustainability is vital. It is urgent. Without a healthy planet, nothing else matters!” she added. 
The idea for this initiative came about two years ago. The project was eventually launched last March with a crowd-funding campaign to raise seed money to make the market a reality. The target of €8,000 was reached and surpassed thanks to the contribution of 135 individuals.

Behind the Eco Market is an all-female team. Apart from Ms D’Amato Gautam, there is project manager...