Meanwhile, nearly 90% of the remaining plastic waste is buried, landfilled or discharged into the environment. These figures surprise many students.
Nearly 300 students learned about waste recycling at the Student Role in the “Journey of Rebirth - For a Green Vietnam” Workshop organized by Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam. The workshop is part of a series of activities to raise public awareness about waste collection, classification and recycling, contributing to waste reduction and moving towards a circular economy.
Experts from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment shared about the current situation of waste, the role of plastics, if recycled and reused, will contribute to reducing the impact on the environment. In addition, the initiative of the educational program on collection and recycling, as well as the journey of plastic regeneration attracted the attention of teachers and students.
Given the current situation in Vietnam, if waste is classified at the source, it will not only help optimize the recycling process, but also significantly reduce costs and limit environmental pollution. Raising awareness of classification and recycling for the younger generation will not only help form habits but also contribute to creating a sustainable future.
Mr. Hoang Duc Vuong - Chairman of VietCycle, Chairman of the Recycled Plastic Association - said: "For a civilized Vietnam with trash" is our desire to make our country greener and more civilized. Students - the future owners of the country - are the pioneers to realize that desire.
We want you to be able to sort your waste at your own home. Thanks to that, our GreenNet Ecosystem collectors can collect recyclables and transfer them to recycling in the most efficient way."
Van Lang University is the first destination for the educational program on collection and recycling aimed at students. With the strength of training the most prestigious Environmental major in the country, Van Lang is one of the universities that always pioneer in caring and promoting sustainable development.
Representing the school, Dr. Vo Van Tuan - Party Secretary, Vice Principal of the school - shared: "Through this program, we hope that students will gain a deeper understanding of environmental issues, especially plastic waste. At the same time, we will also learn how to take practical actions to contribute to sustainable development."
Previously, in August 2024, a training workshop and improvement of living conditions for scrap collectors was held to join hands in promoting effective waste collection and classification.
For businesses, packaging initiatives that work together to address waste challenges and move towards a circular economy for solid materials will promote sustainable development and environmental protection.
