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Chapter 1334: Chapter 1189: That’s Not How You Play (Please Subscribe!)
"Do you have no shame?"
This complaint.
Who knows from how many people’s mouths it had come out.
Of course.
These were all jealous people.
Ordinary people didn’t have much aversion to this, and if it were any other company, they would definitely be criticized, but for this company, they were almost unable to level any criticism, because the company was genuinely capable.
It had single-handedly set the "zero pollution" emission standards, countless filters were working day and night to improve the living environment for everyone—the company did exactly as it promised.
It wasn’t a matter of empty reputation.
After the popularity of household air filters had risen.
Its influence.
Had indeed become deeply embedded in people’s hearts.
Just a short while ago.
Myanmar Environmental Technology Company had introduced a revolutionary solution for ocean oil spills, and later, it developed that miraculous additive that could trap harmful volatile gases.
It could be said.
This company, through its actions.
Had established its "Credit" in the hearts of global consumers—the average person was less afraid of such a company making a quick profit, but rather not doing the work after taking the money. This company worked first and got paid after.
Wasn’t this exemplariness something else?
Such a company.
Even if it was "shameless" to a degree, as long as it wasn’t about raising prices on the Filtering Solution, it wasn’t an issue; this was a Foundation, and nobody was forced to give—it didn’t have that much to do with them.
But its impact on the world’s major environmental organizations and foundations.
Was obvious.
If you get a little more.
Someone else gets a little less.
Most of the funding for these organizations and foundations came from donations by tycoons and corporations. Once attention was drawn too much on the other side, these funds might begin to consider shifting elsewhere, and worst-case scenario, it could even impact their existence.
...
Switzerland.
Gland.
World Wildlife Foundation Headquarters.
Here.
They were discussing something that was making them very depressed; a donation project that had been set up was suddenly put on hold due to the actions of these two companies from Myanmar, and the tycoon indicated he would "wait and see."
Wait and see?
What did that mean?
It was clear.
If he thought the other side looked good, that donation of up to five hundred million dollars might just evaporate, turning its head to others—unlike "World Wildlife Foundation," the "Global Environment Facility" was not the same.
"Global Environment Facility" was a foundation established by the World Bank.
They were not strapped for cash.
But they.
Were a non-governmental environmental institution.
Simply put.
They hardly received any government donations.
Most of their funding.
Came from individuals. Now, one tycoon saying "wait and see" sent a terrifying signal. If one says wait and see, would the other prepared and potential donors also say wait and see?
If everyone is waiting and seeing.
Their future days might become difficult. In the short term, they wouldn’t be at the end of their rope because their business was extensive and not limited to the narrow definition of environmental protection.
On stage.
The Manager of the foundation spoke gravely.
"Now, there is a hint of favoritism toward the Myanmar Environmental Foundation. If we don’t step up our efforts, we could lose many of our donors, which would be detrimental to the operation of our foundation."
As soon as he finished speaking.
A Foundation Vice Chairperson with graying hair took over the conversation.
"I actually think it’s quite good. You’ve all seen the company’s products. They indeed possess powerful functionality to change people’s living environment. Such a company should not be seen as an adversary."
"Don’t forget what our Foundation’s mission is. This company should be our friend, not our competitor; they’ve achieved what we’ve striven for many years and still couldn’t manage."
He had already passed sixty.
Interests.
It was time to consider them.
But there were always some people who joined the organization for their ideals, and he was old now, ready for retirement. He cared about the Foundation’s interests, but he felt that competing with the Myanmar Environmental Technology Company for donations was unnecessary.
That statement.
Some nodded in agreement.
Others shook their heads.
Sensing the mood was off,
the Chairman on stage quickly said, "We can’t deny the achievements of this company. I, too, admire their commitment to environmental protection, but a company is ultimately a business."
"The existence of a company is for profit, while we are a charitable organization, providing help to all who need it without compensation. In terms of motivation, I think we are a bit more noble, so we should not forsake any donor."
"That’s right."
"Yes, we have our own path that we must persist with."
"However, looking at the long term, our foundation’s donation amounts will definitely be impacted if they continue introducing new technologies like the Filtering Solution. Our situation will keep getting tougher."
"So, what should we do?"
"Should we also increase our donation efforts in this area?"
"Donate? Donate to them?"
"This... that shouldn’t be necessary so soon, right?"
"Can you predict this company with common sense? Before the Filter was introduced, who could have imagined that in just two years, they would facilitate the passing of ’zero emissions’ legislations in dozens of countries around the globe?"
"Uh..."
"..."
The direction of the discussion.
Suddenly changed.
The white-haired Vice Chairman didn’t say much more.
He didn’t join the debate either. After all, such matters were ambiguous, with no absolute answers. He had just shared his opinion; there was no need to force everyone to agree.
Just then,
another Vice Chairman spoke up.
"Actually, I don’t think we need to be too pessimistic."
"Why not?"
"The path we take is different. We mainly promote public policies on environmental protection, wildlife conservation, and construction of parks and ecological reserves, all through project-based initiatives."
"While the Myanmar Environmental Technology Company addresses various environmental pollution issues through technology-based solutions. Our paths are actually different, which further differentiates our donor groups."
"Those who donate to them generally want to solve problems through technological means, while those who support us aim to achieve results through the work of people and projects."
"Their donors, we can hardly win over, and our donors, they can’t easily take away, so instead of fretting over these issues, we should focus on doing our own work well."
A new entrant.
If you can’t drive them away,
you have to coexist.
They are backed by a nation, whereas we’re merely an unofficial organization, and an environmental one at that. If we go out and fight with them overtly, that would really be a joke.
"We’ll just have to deal with it," the Chairman nodded in resignation.
Underhanded tactics.
They really didn’t dare to use them.
At that moment, a nearby Secretary received a phone call, her expression subtly changing. She then whispered something into the Chairman’s ear that intensified the wry smile on his face. 𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒑𝒖𝒃.𝙘𝒐𝒎
"Ladies and gentlemen, I have a ’good’ piece of news for you. Just now, the Ou Wei Foundation, which previously donated three billion dollars, has decided to donate an additional two billion Euros to the Myanmar Environmental Foundation."
"..."
Conference room.
Everyone’s faces showed shock.
Damn it.
No matter how rich you are,
it isn’t right to play like this.
Two billion Euros.
Not twenty bucks, at least go through a process. We’re not asking for much, just three to five days would suffice, but now, not even a day since their establishment, and just by ’copying’ a brochure, you’re eagerly handing over money.
Crap.
Why not give us a portion?
Uh... wait, that’s not right, the Ou Wei Foundation already donated five hundred million Euros to them early this year. We thought that wasn’t a small amount, and indeed, it wasn’t, but now, we feel like we’ve been abandoned.
