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AEON determined to fortify green lifestyle
29-06-2022 14:21
As many companies are trying to promote sustainable development and a greener world, AEON Vietnam is trying to contribute its share. Nguyen Bang Lang, in charge of Sustainable Development at AEON Vietnam, shared with VIR’s Tra My initiatives to reduce single-use plastics at one of the largest retailers in Vietnam.
Starbucks CSR initiatives gather pace
29-06-2022 13:00
The food and beverage sector in Vietnam is looking to capitalise on the economic recovery by kickstarting goals in corporate social responsibility. Patricia Marques, general manager of Starbucks Vietnam, explained to VIR’s Quang Bao how the company is attempting to push forward with more initiatives in the name of sustainable development.
Mindset change coming from the top at BAEMIN
29-06-2022 09:00
In order to become a pioneer in reducing plastic waste and using eco-friendly materials in food delivery services, BAEMIN Vietnam is applying new methods in the name of sustainable development. Jinwoo Song, CEO of BAEMIN Vietnam, told VIR’s Hara Nguyen more about raising awareness on this issue.
Retailers endeavor to promote sustainable consumption patterns
24-06-2022 14:46
More than 75 per cent of the material value of plastics is squandered when discarded after a single use, reported World Bank's 2021 Southeast Asian research. To promote sustainable consumption preferences, VIR presented a talk show titled Innovative Solutions & Substitutes for Single-use Plastic Towards Green Consumption on June 23 as part of a series of talks with firms from various industries.
BAEMIN extends green journey in Vietnam
23-06-2022 14:51
Plastic waste is a growing menace that urges relevant businesses to act and work together in the ultimate hope of thriving sustainably. At the talk show Plastic Reduction Initiatives in Retail & Services hosted by VIR on June 22, Jinwoo Song, CEO of BAEMIN Vietnam unveiled some insights into the overall environmental impacts caused by the food delivery industry as well as highlighted BAEMIN’s initiatives to promote eco-friendly practices across its ecosystem.
Closing event of Rethinking Plastics heralds new age of combatting plastic pollution
23-06-2022 11:53
We cannot avoid waste. However, we can better manage waste, reduce its volume, and protect our planet and future while doing so – with this key message in mind, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE) and Expertise France jointly organised the Closing Event of the “Rethinking Plastics – Circular Economy Solutions to Marine Litter” project in Hanoi on June 16.
Talkshow Innovative Solutions & Substitutes for Single-use Plastic towards Green Consumption
22-06-2022 20:46
Green manufacturing and green consumption are the global trends of development in recent year, Vietnam also goes green with various commitments on Net Zero emission as well as actions to reduce plastic wastes nationwide.
Sanofi-Aventis Vietnam joins efforts to reduce plastic waste
20-06-2022 11:01
Sanofi-Aventis Vietnam on June 17 entered a cooperation agreement with FPT Long Chau to implement the Insulin Pen Sustainability Pilot Project, aiming at reducing plastic waste and creating a solution to properly dispose of used insulin pens in Vietnam.
Getting to grips with the plastics scourge
17-06-2022 23:00
Through campaigns and awareness-raising efforts, Vietnamese authorities and businesses are taking steps to limit plastic usage or promote recycling, with newly-ratified legislation helping to shift from a linear economy towards a circular economy.
Crafting a preferential plastics policy for businesses to grasp their crucial role
14-06-2022 13:00
Assoc Prof. Dr. Nguyen Dinh Tho, general director of the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment shared with VIR’s Hoang Oanh about his desire to accompany businesses in providing reasonable advice and policies to build a circular economy for plastics by 2030.
Supporting action to curb plastic pollution
14-06-2022 10:00
Vietnam is promoting economic restructuring in association with the development of a green and circular economy. Vu Minh Ly, deputy director of the Communication Centre for Environmental Resources at the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, talked with VIR’s Phuong Thu about the efforts in terms of reducing plastic waste for sustainable development.
Promoting a waste-free circular economy at Nestlé
14-06-2022 08:00
Packaging helps protect food and beverages, ensure product quality and safety, and prevent food waste. However, these essential requirements should not come at the expense of the planet. Khuat Quang Hung, head of Corporate Affairs at Nestlé Vietnam, told VIR’s Tra My how the company is committed to reducing waste from packaging, and taking concrete actions that help build a waste-free future.
Industrial zone leaders bemoan murky wastewater regulations
11-06-2022 14:00
Reusing treated wastewater to both water trees and cool down machinery in industrial areas is facing some legal barriers due to a lack of detailed guides.
Fishers effectively contribute to reducing marine litter
08-06-2022 18:20
At the national workshop on Fishing for Litter – Addressing Sea-Based Marine Litter from Fishing Ports held in Phu Yen province on June 6, international experts and local authorities agreed that active participation from fishers is one key condition to preventing and managing marine waste from aquaculture and fishing activities.
Plastic waste reduction via a circular economy
07-06-2022 15:52
Vietnam has made significant efforts to improve the threat of the plastic waste virus, as confirmed by speakers at the talk show on Reducing Plastic Waste via the Circular Economy organised by VIR.
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