On June 18, Eastern Time, Wanwushengsheng Group, which owns brands such as Aihuihui, was listed on the New York Stock Exchange and became the “first ESG stock in China’s concept stocks”, with a rise of 32.07% on the first day of trading. Tiger Securities, as the Internet underwriter of Wanwu Xinsheng Group, competed with internationally renowned big banks such as Goldman Sachs, Bank of America Securities, China Renaissance Capital, Guotai Junan (International), CITIC Securities, etc., and it was listed on the cover of Wanwu Xinsheng’s prospectus, showing the tiger The influence of securities as a leading Internet technology investment bank. Not only that, as a close adviser for the entire listing process of Wanwu Xinsheng Group, Tiger Securities also provides DSP services (family and friends stock services) and ESOP (employee equity incentive plan) services for Wanwu Xinsheng Group.

According to the prospectus, Wanwu Xinsheng Group is China’s largest trading and service platform for second-hand consumer electronics products. The Wanwu Xinsheng team was established in 2009, and now it owns the brand “Love Recycling” for the recycling business of individual users, the B2B trading platform “Paijitang”, the B2C retail platform “Paipai” and the overseas business “AHS Device”. According to the CIC report, in the second-hand 3C vertical category, the number of trading units and GMV of Wanwu Xinsheng Group ranked first in the market in 2020, and was higher than the sum of the second to fifth places.

Tiger Securities acted as the underwriter for the listing of Wanwu Xinsheng Group in the United States this time, relying on its own Chinese region’s largest U.S. and Hong Kong stock community and a huge customer base to build a bridge between issuers and individual investors. On the institutional side, Tiger Investment Bank comprehensively covers over 500 top institutions in the United States, Canada, and Asia Pacific, as well as a group of private equity funds focusing on Chinese concept stocks, and can arrange roadshows for issuers. It is reported that the total retail and institutional orders from Tiger Securities this time reached 480 million U.S. dollars, and the number of retail order subscriptions reached 38,000. The strong synergy between Tiger Securities brokerage and investment banking business is further highlighted.

In addition, Tiger Securities this time also served as the service provider of DSP (Family and Friends Share Service) and ESOP (Employee Equity Incentive Plan) of New Life Group. In terms of DSP, Tiger deploys an exclusive high-quality service team based on the needs of the issuer, formulates DSP guidelines, provides full tracking and coaching to employees and their relatives and affiliated customers designated by the issuer, and develops a “1-hour response mechanism” to ensure efficient information collection And timely feedback to meet customer needs in time. In terms of ESOP, based on the integrated platform of Tiger Securities brokerage and ESOP, the issuer only needs to choose a single Tiger Securities institution to provide comprehensive services, and it can also be connected to the existing ERP management system according to customer needs to improve efficiency while improving efficiency. Significantly save management costs.

“Tiger Securities is committed to becoming a close partner of the entire listing cycle of new economy companies,” said the head of Tiger Securities’ investment banking business. “Most new economy companies are still very young and are listed overseas for the first time. The pits and pain points are not familiar. Tiger Securities is on the same track as the new economy enterprise, and it has the experience of listed companies. It can provide detailed and professional services and suggestions for the company during the whole process of listing. In addition, ESOP (Employee Equity Incentive Plan) and The enterprise account service can also solve various problems faced by issuers before and after the listing process, such as communication with employees during the trading window, and investor relationship management.”

Relying on the excellent reputation accumulated on the investment bank side, Tiger Securities has led the underwriting of US stocks for two consecutive years. Data show that Tiger Securities is the investment bank that underwrites the most Chinese concept stocks to list in the United States in 2019 and 2020. Among them, in 2020, it will underwrite 14 Chinese concept stocks to go public in the United States, and has been the only Internet technology investment bank in the underwriting syndicate or with the largest allocation share several times. Entering 2021, Tiger, as the lead bank of Kook Music’s listing in the United States, led the advancement of the IPO project, and then acted as an underwriter to help star companies such as Zhihu and Monster Charging to list on the US stock market. At the same time, the internationalization of Tiger Securities’ investment banking business continued to increase, underwriting three Hong Kong stock IPOs including Bilibili and Autohome in the first half of the year.

“Recently, the U.S. stock IPO market has picked up, and many new economy companies have put listings on the agenda again. Going public is one of the most important milestones in the development of companies. Said it is very important, so it is necessary to choose an investment bank with rich project experience to ensure that the company can go public smoothly.” A person in the investment industry said

China Times (www.chinatimes.net.cn) reporter Lu Xiao reports from Beijing
The new life (Love Recycling) who is engaged in the second-hand electronics business rang his own bell to go to the United States.
On the evening of June 18, Wanwu Xinsheng announced that it would first publicly issue approximately 16.23 million ADS shares and begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange on June 18, U.S. stock time. The price of ADS is 14 US dollars per share, and the total issuance scale is approximately 227 million US dollars.
Love Recycling was established in 2011. At the end of May this year, the renamed Wanwu Xinsheng Group submitted a prospectus for the US.
According to the prospectus, as of March 31, 2021, the overall revenue of Wanwu Xinsheng Group in the past 12 months was 5.68 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 49.4%. In 2020, its overall revenue was 4.858 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 23.5% compared to 2019.
However, despite the increase in income, the new life, which was founded ten years ago, is still at a loss.
The prospectus shows that from 2018 to 2020, the net losses of New Life will be 208 million yuan, 705 million yuan, and 471 million yuan, totaling about 1.4 billion yuan. In the first quarter of this year, Wanwuxinsheng’s loss was close to 95 million yuan.
According to a reporter from China Times, the main business lines of New Life include the C2B mode of Aihui, B2B mode of shooting, C2B mode of shooting and overseas-oriented AHS Device four major businesses.
“China Times” reporters previously learned from Wanwu Xinsheng that among its 70,000 orders a day, the most profitable is the B2C business that trades more than 10,000 units a day. According to the reporter’s understanding, Wanwu Xinsheng’s B2C business came from the merger with Jingdong’s second-hand trading platform “Pai Pai” in June 2019.
However, compared to the more profitable C-end market, the revenue of All New Life mainly depends on the B-end market. The prospectus shows that Wanwuxin’s revenue is divided into self-operated product revenue and platform revenue. Among them, the revenue of self-operated goods in 2020 is 4.24 billion yuan, accounting for 87% of the total income of the new life. Among them, 88% of merchandise sales are sold to second-hand merchants on the B-end through Paijitang. In addition, the revenue of the B2B platform also reached 280 million yuan in service revenue.
Wanwu Xinsheng’s public financing record before the IPO stayed in the F round. Before the IPO, JD.com held a 34.7% stake in Wanwu Xinsheng, making it its largest shareholder. Its founder Chen Xuefeng holds 10.9% of the shares. When it completed the E+ round of financing of more than 100 million U.S. dollars led by JD.com in September last year, Chen Xuefeng once told reporters such as China Times, “The valuation of Aihuishou must be properly based on 40, 50 IPOs will be considered only on the volume of 100 million U.S. dollars.” However, based on a rough calculation of the price of 14 U.S. dollars, the market value of New Life is less than 4 billion U.S. dollars.
Behind the “anxious” listing of Wanwu Xinsheng, its own hematopoietic ability still needs to be improved. In 2019, 2020 and the first quarter of 2021, its operating cash flow was -62716,600 U.S. dollars, -63,016,600 U.S. dollars and -46,174,400 U.S. dollars. As of March 1, 2021, the cash and cash equivalents on its accounts were only 100 million U.S. dollars.
What needs to be mentioned is that Wanwu Xinsheng stated in the prospectus that the net proceeds from the IPO will be mainly used to further improve technical capabilities, provide more diversified platform services, expand the network of Aihuishou stores, and develop new platforms for the auction platform. Sales channels and used for working capital and general corporate purposes.
As of March 31, 2021, Wanwusheng operates 755 offline stores in 172 cities in China. Among them, 753 are love recycling shops and 2 are photo shops. At the same time, AHS Device, the overseas business brand of Wanwu Xinsheng, also covers Hong Kong, the United States, Japan, India and other regions

The two founders significantly discounted their holdings in the few months before the company went public, regardless of whether they were cashed out or not, it was unreasonable. This behavior not only caused a lot of speculation from the outside world, but also caused everyone to pay attention to the data disclosed in the prospectus. Chang Gengjun also carefully checked the IPO prospectus of Wanwu Xinsheng (Note: For the sake of understanding, the name Aihuihui will continue to be used below), he concluded that: at least from the public information disclosed in the current prospectus, this company Many data on the first stock of second-hand 3C e-commerce are not so optimistic. The information disclosed in the prospectus shows that from 2018 to 2020, Ai Huihui’s net losses were 210 million yuan, 540 million yuan, and 200 million yuan, respectively, and the net loss in Q1 of 2021 was 94.78 million yuan. Operating cash flow was -358 million yuan, -411 million yuan, -413 million yuan and -303 million yuan. Of course, the loss is not enough to explain the future of a company. For example, even if high-growth companies such as Tesla and Weilai lose money, the capital market will buy it. Everyone is optimistic about the future, not the present. However, the prospectus data also shows that as of the end of 2020, the cash and equivalents recovered by Ai was 140 million US dollars, and by the end of March this year, the cash and equivalents were only 100 million US dollars. In one quarter, Aihuihui’s book cash and equivalents decreased by 40 million US dollars. At this rate, if it does not continue to raise funds, Aihuihui will face the exhaustion of funds before the end of this year. On the one hand, the two founders discounted their holdings of the company’s stock before the IPO. On the other hand, the company’s book cash and equivalents are less than US$100 million. This is the first reason why Chang Gengjun questioned Ai Hui. Even if second-hand 3C e-commerce is a promising industry, it still has to survive to enjoy the dividends. In the past few years, there have been too many cases of pioneers in the Internet field. You must know that there are still idle fish in this industry. Zhuanzhuan waits for competitors to be eyeing. From an income perspective, the growth performance of Aihuihui is fairly good. The company’s revenue in 2020 is close to 4.9 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 23.6%, and GMV reached 19.6 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 61%. However, the prospectus did not disclose the number of monthly active users and the number of trading users. Some media analysis believes that nearly 88% of the merchandise sales of Aihuishou are sold to second-hand merchants on the B side through B2B mode. The revenue from to B transactions accounted for 83%. GMV in China and overseas to B The total accounted for 58%. These data show that Aihuihui is more like a supply chain service company and B2B platform in the second-hand 3C field, rather than a typical e-commerce trading platform. If these analyses can only represent part of the media’s perspective, the data disclosed by third-party research institutions may allow us to make a more comprehensive judgment on love recycling. There are currently three apps under the umbrella of Ai Recycle: C2B mode of Love Recycling, B2B mode of Paijitang and B2C mode of Paipai. According to data disclosed by data monitoring agency QuestMobile, the average daily active users of these three apps in April 2021 were 17,000, 33,000, and 35,000, respectively. These data can to some extent support the judgment of some media that Aihuihui is still a to B company. Chang Gung Jun also recognized this judgment, and at the same time, this is also the second reason for questioning Ai Huihui. You know, it is also a second-hand business, and the market has completely different recognition of shells with pure to C mode and Uxin, whose main business is to B. Shell’s opening price was 35 US dollars when it went public, and the latest share price is currently 46 US dollars. The high point has risen to around 79 US dollars. After Uxin opened at $10, the current share price is only $4.5, which once fell to $0.76. Aihuihui’s revenue is mainly composed of two business segments: product revenue and service revenue. Product income is mainly to buy second-hand electronic products from consumers and merchants, and then sell these products at higher prices. Simply put, it is the model of “second-hand dealers make the difference”. There is nothing to say about this model. There are not many stories to tell in the capital market. Service income refers to the transaction commission collected by Aihuitang and Paipai APP. In Q1 of 2021, the platform service fee income of Aihuihui was 200 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 137%. In the prospectus, Aihuihui expects that the proportion of service revenue will continue to increase as the business grows. The growth rate of service revenue is good, but another set of data is more worthy of attention: In Q1 of 2021, Aihuihui’s contract performance fee was 220 million yuan, and marketing expenses were 220 million yuan. Obviously, such a revenue model cannot make people look optimistic about Aihuihui’s platform service business. Its platform transformation is worrying. This is the third reason why Chang Gengjun questioned Aihuihui. At present, JD.com is the largest strategic shareholder of Aihuihui, with a shareholding ratio of 34.7%. Ai Recycling stated in its prospectus that its relationship with JD Group is mutually beneficial. Ai Recycling helps deal with all the transactions of JD’s consumer-side second-hand mobile phones, laptops, tablets, digital cameras, and certain other electronic products. Online and offline businesses also benefited from JD’s consumer traffic. Second-hand 3C e-commerce transactions are itself a low-frequency demand for C-end users. Chang Gengjun believes that, judging from the information disclosed in the prospectus, Aihuishou plays more of a role as a second-hand service provider on the JD platform. On the second-hand trading track, there will be fierce competition between idle fish and Zhuanzhuan in the future. It is still too early to talk about the victory or defeat. This is also the reason why I cannot be very optimistic about Aihuihui. In general, Aihuihui, which has been named a new life for all things, has a listing path and business model that are very similar to Uxin, the first stock of used car e-commerce in the past. Now it is also listed on the US stock market. How is its performance in the secondary market? It remains to be tested by time

Around the world, unsafe recycling of lead batteries (mainly from cars) is widespread. Perry Gottesfeld of Occupational Knowledge International (a San Francisco-based organization that campaigns worldwide against industrial pollution) called lead pollution “the most serious health threat to children”. In Senegal, 18 children died within three months of cerebral palsy caused by lead poisoning from a battery recycling plant on the outskirts of Dakar. In addition to those 18 children, hundreds more children in the residential area were poisoned. A person cooks lead manually in the Pesarean (Indonesia). Image source: Pure Earth On the other side of California, a giant lead smelter is located in the city of Torreon (Mexico), which has a history of childhood blood poisoning in the neighborhood and stretches back half a century. Air, soil and water pollution has long been documented around small and large lead smelting and recycling plants. Doctors all know that lead can be easily inhaled or swallowed, and when it enters the bloodstream, lead dust will immediately travel from the digestive tract to the brain. On the other hand, it should be known that lead is a potent neurotoxin and at no level has ever been deemed safe. Besides causing fever and affecting the gastrointestinal tract, lead poisoning also damages intellectual development in young children even at a low dose, reduces intelligence quotient (IQ), loss of attention. , and emotional disorders. Workers disintegrate car batteries in preparation for lead recycling in Patna, India. Image source: Pure Earth Lead poisoning is also believed to be the cause of outbreaks of violent behavior in communities in the United States and around the world. The UNICEF report noted: Lead wreaks havoc on the body in a silent way. One-third of children worldwide are suffering from lead poisoning from recycled batteries and other sources. Fatty profits but a danger to human health An estimated 85% of the lead used today is in batteries, mainly used in cars. And when the battery runs out, 99% of the expired battery will be recycled to create a new battery. The recycling battery business is very lucrative, this is a money-making business. Tens of thousands of people breaking batteries and smelters around the world are looking for ways to monetize it, collecting an abundance of used batteries and turning them into brand-new products. According to the International Lead Association, in London: “More than 6 million tons of lead are collected each year. Lead batteries are the most recycled consumer product in the world, thanks to recycling they no longer have to be mined.” Because of very little regulation, in many countries around the world, small-scale operators compete with the legal battery industry. “Total half of all batteries are in the informal economy, where unregulated and often illegal recycling processes have broken battery cases, spilling lead acid and dust into the ground. Lead smelting in open-air furnaces has spewed toxic fumes and dust around residential areas,” according to a report published in June 2020 by Pure Earth and UNICEF. With the rapid development of African economies, more than 800,000 tons of lead leach out of batteries each year on the subcontinent. And the consequences for human health and the environment have already begun to emerge. Two years ago, Mr. Gottesfeld completed research showing that lead poisoning had spread to the land around battery recycling plants in crowded slums or near schools in cities such as Dar es. Salaam (Tanzania), Lagos (Nigeria) and the port of Tema (Ghana). Lead contaminated soil is excavated in Dong Mai ward (Hanoi, Vietnam). Image source: Pure Earth In addition to Africa facing serious lead poisoning problems, Southeast Asia is also facing a similar crisis. Mr. Bill Daniell (School of Public Health, University of Washington) is the lead author of a 2015 study on lead exposure around Dong Mai ward (Ha Dong district, Hanoi), where many households are engaged in recycling. battery processing. More than 100 children in Dong Mai were tested and all showed high blood lead levels of more than ¼/45 micrograms/decilit, which is nine times the safe limit in the US. In India, a study published in 2019 by Toxics Link (an NGO based in New Delhi) announced that 90% of lead batteries in India in recycling plants are in the informal sector. awake. The study mapped residential areas in major cities like New Delhi, where lead-battery recycling plants operate without any official supervision. Nguyen Thanh Hai ( According to e360.yale.edu )

A recently completed 4-level house in Trancoso (Bahia, Brazil) is receiving praise from many people on Archi Daily for its simple, rustic design, which is extremely beautiful and functional. The whole house uses only white paint, the highlight comes from the tile roof and wooden trusses. The bedroom has large windows for light and air circulation, white sheets and curtains give it a sophisticated feel, while the deep brown color of the recycled wood panels is somewhat rotten (which has been treated to make safety) from the bed, wardrobe to give people a warm, rustic. In the kitchen, the dining table is placed between the wash counter and the cooking table to optimize space. The table is paved with polished granite, while the two side counters are made of asphalt coated concrete. The cups and cups in the house are mostly ceramic to “fit in” with the simple and old look of the house. The toilet has a small window for air circulation and is fitted with a bronze mirror to add to the antique look, the hand basin makes use of a log hewn like a boat, the baskets are made of woven bamboo. The house is located in the middle of a green garden. Outside there is also a small swimming pool for homeowners to “cool off” on hot summer days. In the house, many seats are arranged in areas near trees for people to mingle with nature and rest after hours of tiring work. Compared to the modern house design next door, the level 4 house looks quiet and natural rustic. Design drawings of the house.

Ho Chi Minh City strives for 100% of supermarkets to use environmentally friendly plastic bags in 2021. Photo: CAO THANG Many consequences The project “Building a system to observe plastic waste in society and the environment” (COMPOSE) implemented by the French Embassy in Vietnam has shown that, out of 250,000 tons of plastic waste per year in Ho Chi Minh City, there are 48,000 tons. buried, more than 200,000 tons are recycled or discharged directly into the environment. Alarmingly, the Saigon River has the 5th largest amount of plastic waste in Vietnam and 45th in the world. The amount of plastic waste dumped into the Saigon River in March 2018 recorded 5.6 – 10.3 tons. Based on this figure, the amount of plastic waste is estimated at 7,500 – 13,000 tons/year. Every liter of water the Saigon River pours into the sea has 1,000 times more microplastics than the Seine in Paris. According to research by scientists, each broken microplastic will produce a lot of toxic substances harmful to health. At that time, people can suffer from hormone balance, neurological diseases, respiratory diseases… Microplastics less than 5mm long, when not properly collected and handled, will have a negative impact on the environment and the ocean. , underwater creatures. Microplastics are found in most of the products we use every day such as cleansers, shower gels, toothpastes and some cosmetics. Each time we wash 6kg of clothes, we also release 728,000 microplastic fibers into the environment. Researchers from the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) also argue that plastic pollution is a transboundary problem, with global impacts. Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, is most vulnerable as the region bears most of the consequences of the overload and inefficiencies of the global recycling system. Plastic pollution causes negative economic impacts on the region’s industries, estimated at $1.3 billion per year. Although most national governments have announced or are in the process of establishing national regulatory measures, these measures are limited in their ability to address the broad cross-border challenge. borders of ocean plastic pollution due to lack of effective coordination among countries. The time has come for countries to consider establishing a legally binding international treaty to combat plastic pollution. The convenience and popularity of plastic products on the market, especially single-use plastic items, make consumers consume and use a large amount of plastic. Therefore, we need to come up with basic solutions to limit such as incentives for new innovative products, promotion of more sustainable or plastic-free alternatives. Create a labeling mechanism to promote better choices from consumers. It is necessary to encourage the participation of businesses in handling plastic packaging. Combine multiple solutions To join hands with the Government to realize the goal of reducing plastic waste, the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City has issued a plan to strengthen the management, reuse, recycling, treatment and reduction of plastic waste. Accordingly, Ho Chi Minh City strives by the end of 2021, 100% of supermarkets and trade centers to use environmentally friendly packaging for living purposes to replace difficult-to-decompose plastic bags; Small traders at the people’s market reduce by 50% using non-biodegradable plastic packaging in product packaging. State management agencies and public non-business units must be exemplary, active, and take the lead in reducing and reusing plastic waste, not using non-degradable plastic packaging and single-use plastic products. times (bottles, jars, straws, foam boxes…) at offices, conferences, seminars. In particular, limit the use of single-use banners, slogans, etc., and switch to using electronic devices for propaganda purposes. To achieve these goals, Vice Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Le Hoa Binh directed relevant departments and units to jointly develop action plans for implementation. In particular, focus on waste control at source. Minimize and move towards not using non-biodegradable plastic packaging and single-use plastic products in all daily activities of state agencies, factories, schools and people’s daily activities. . Mobilize restaurants, hotels, tourist resorts, tourism and catering establishments, etc. to have plans to reduce plastic waste and gradually switch to using recycled and environmentally friendly products. Plastic waste generated from tourism, marine services, maritime economy, marine mineral resources, aquaculture and fishing must be collected, stored and transferred to functional units. handling. In parallel with the source control solution, HCMC also encourages the reuse and recycling of plastic waste through the development and deployment of the 3T model (Reduce – Reuse – Recycle). , encourage and create favorable conditions for organizations with functions and conditions to perform the service of collecting, reusing and recycling plastic loads in the city. Ho Chi Minh City will also strengthen the inspection of environmental violations such as indiscriminate dumping of waste and plastic waste in public places. Inspect and handle violations of environmental protection tax, value-added tax, corporate income tax, etc. in import, production and distribution activities, and trading in non-degradable plastic packaging and plastic products. disposable; encourage recycled products, environmentally friendly products.

Leveraging Coca-Cola’s global scale and network and The Ocean Cleanup’s technology and data solutions, this partnership will accelerate the implementation of a plastic waste collection and cleaning system. 15 rivers around the world over the next 18 months, including the introduction and adoption of The Ocean Cleanup’s Interceptor solar-powered semi-automated river sanitation solution. The two sides also called for the attention and action of industries and individuals around the world to solve the problem of plastic waste, prevent plastic waste from entering the ocean, thereby protecting the ecosystem. species and water resources. Boyan Slat, Founder and CEO of The Ocean Cleanup said: “The Ocean Cleanup’s mission is to remove plastic waste from the oceans. With 1,000 rivers carrying nearly 80% of plastic waste directly into the sea, this problem is becoming more and more serious. This is also the reason why we are always looking for solutions to speed up the implementation of the program. Among the waste we collect are many plastic bottles, including Coca-Cola products, so we appreciate that Coca-Cola is the first company in the industry to partner with The Ocean Cleanup. This is also an action program in Coca-Cola’s grand strategy to create a positive impact, contributing to solving global plastic pollution. Our aim is to learn from this partnership and continue to scale rapidly in the near future. I believe this cooperation is good news for our oceans.” The cooperation between Coca-Cola and The Ocean Cleanup will accelerate the implementation of the Interceptor system to clean 15 rivers globally Solution Interceptor The Interceptor system announced in 2019 is the first widely deployed solution to prevent river waste from entering the ocean. Interceptor works 100% on solar energy, automatically filters garbage and can operate in most of the most polluted rivers in the world. Through the partnership between The Ocean Cleanup and Coca-Cola, from now until the end of 2022, the two units will coordinate to deploy the Interceptor solution application program to clean 15 rivers globally. The first two Interceptor systems in the cooperation program were installed by The Ocean Cleanup in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and Can Tho, Vietnam. In these rivers, The Ocean Cleanup and Coca-Cola will continue to support the development of post-collection solutions. The two units are also planning to expand the project scale on the remaining 13 rivers in the near future. The Ocean Cleanup provides effective solutions with high expertise in the field of plastic waste collection technology, applied from practical experience, scientific understanding of plastic waste pollution, and a database as well. as it handles data from programs that this organization has previously implemented. Coca-Cola will support The Ocean Cleanup through the company’s global network, which currently operates in more than 200 countries and territories. Coca-Cola will directly support the local implementation of the new Interceptor system, as well as post-collection plastic processing with specialized measures to manage plastic waste in a weekly economic model. complete. Ocean Cleanup and Coca-Cola will work together to secure new partners and call for the investments needed to scale the project, namely installing more Interceptor solutions, securing licenses, and deploying new solutions. Developed a River Monitoring System (RMS) for a more detailed analysis of pollution levels in rivers. For a world without waste Mr. James Quincey, Chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company said: “As a global company, we work hard to ensure that all the materials we use for packaging are collected and recycled, and do not end up as waste. We support The Ocean Cleanup and its technological solutions to protect the ocean ecosystem and also contribute to the conservation of our water resources.” The Coca-Cola Company is implementing comprehensive activities to tackle plastic waste through its Strategy for a Zero Waste World. The strategy sets out three key global goals including: (1) 100% of Coca-Cola’s packaging is recyclable by 2025 – and using at least 50% recycled materials in packaging by 2030; (2) Every can and bottle that Coca-Cola sells is collected and recycled by the company by 2030; and (3) Working together for a clean, waste-free environment. Constantly improving, Coca-Cola is investing in many new technologies, packaging material solutions and packaging reduction initiatives, including ultra-light recycling technology, plant-based packaging and other innovative technologies. solution to support the classification process. Recently, Coca-Cola set a target that by 2025, depending on business growth, the company will reduce the use of virgin plastic from fossil fuels by about 20% compared to today. Getting rid of plastic waste requires effective action and thinking on the part of all parties, including civil society, industry and the public sector. Therefore, The Coca-Cola Company has always supported building and participating in global, future-oriented partnerships for a zero-waste world. The common goal is to encourage more people to recycle and reuse and more organizations to invest in a circular economy where products and materials stay the same at the end of their life cycle. their value and return to the production process, becoming part of a closed chain, so that there is little or no waste released into the environment. Brian Smith, President and COO of The Coca-Cola Company said: “The Ocean Cleanup has a clear vision and effective technology to realize the goal of eliminating plastic waste from the ocean. As for Coca-Cola, we have a local team to support the implementation of the new Interceptor system in rivers around the world, along with the treatment and recycling of waste after collection. . We believe this partnership can make a truly positive impact. It’s great that Coca-Cola employees everywhere in the world can support the project by participating in supporting the implementation of the project locally, or becoming an ambassador to spread the message of the great mission. of this project”.

Building materials are made from plants (Image: CNET) A research team at the University of Tokyo’s Institute of Industrial Sciences has found a way to create durable, strong building materials that are still edible. These materials are very special as they are made from plants. Mashed cabbage leaves, seaweed and banana peels may not sound appealing, but they can be part of a recipe for sustainable building products. “Our goal is to use seaweed and leftovers to create sustainable building materials,” says Yuya Sakai, a sustainable building materials expert and lead author of an upcoming study on the material. building materials are at least as strong as concrete. But since we are using edible food waste, we were also interested in determining whether the recycling process affects the taste of the starting material.” The team tried a heat pressing technique commonly used to compress wood pulp into building materials. Instead of wood, they are vacuum-dried and then ground into a variety of foods and leftovers, including onion and fruit peels, as well as cabbage. “The processing technique involves mixing food powder with water and spices, then pressing the mixture into a mold at high temperature.” All the products obtained, except for the pumpkin peel, passed the group’s strength and endurance tests. Researchers have found a solution to the pumpkin problem. “We also discovered that Chinese cabbage leaves, which can be made into a material three times stronger than concrete, can be mixed with the material,” said Kota Machida, a collaborator on the project. made from pumpkin to enhance the effect”. The materials are still edible, although the team did not say whether they would be difficult to chew. Even exposing the material to air for four months does not change the taste and there are no problems with insects or rotting. The development of building materials from crushed food is still in the early stages, but perhaps one day you can build a place to live and then use it for food when it is no longer needed.

Therefore, in order to control plastic waste, Ho Chi Minh City has launched a plan to strengthen the management, reuse, recycling, treatment and reduction of plastic waste in HCMC. Prioritize recycling of plastic waste One of the solutions to reduce plastic waste is to organize the classification, collection, reuse, recycling and treatment of plastic waste. Accordingly, Ho Chi Minh City will promote the classification of domestic solid waste at source in accordance with the direction and direction of the City People’s Committee. It also encourages the separation of waste at source for plastic waste separately from other types of waste. Thereby, helping to make reuse and recycling activities more profitable and economic. HCMC will promote the separation of domestic solid waste at source. Photo: CN In addition, Ho Chi Minh City encourages the classification of plastic waste mixed in domestic solid waste at transfer stations, or domestic solid waste treatment plants and prioritizes transferring plastic waste to recycling units. use, recycle function. In case plastic waste is no longer able to be reused or recycled, other appropriate and effective treatment solutions should be implemented. Ho Chi Minh City will also organize the implementation of technical solutions or movements and campaigns to collect solid waste, plastic waste in public places, vacant land, rivers, canals, canals… in the area. . In addition, mechanisms and policies will be developed to encourage, give incentives and support to organizations and individuals that collect, reuse and recycle plastic waste and for production facilities. recycled, environmentally friendly products to replace difficult-to-biodegrade plastic packaging and disposable plastic products, etc. Minimize the use of non-biodegradable packaging The habit of using single-use plastic and nylon bags may bring convenience to people, but it is a big polluter for the environment. Therefore, one of the plans of Ho Chi Minh City is to minimize and proceed to not use non-biodegradable plastic packaging, single-use plastic products in all daily activities of administrative agencies. the state, non-business units, unions, schools, medical facilities, people… in the city. In addition, the city will review and assess the current status of plastic waste generated in the area, thereby proposing appropriate and effective solutions in managing and minimizing plastic waste in the area. The city will also continue to mobilize and urge the system of supermarkets, trade centers, convenience stores, people’s markets … in the area to strive to fulfill the targets set by the city. Specifically, the system of supermarkets, commercial centers, markets, convenience stores, bookstores, etc. have forms of encouraging consumers to bring bags when shopping, limiting or not giving free plastic bags. for consumers. Towards charging for bags and packaging of goods for consumers who need to use them when they do not bring bags when shopping… Convenience stores, food stores… have a discount policy, accumulate points for customers who bring products to store, store goods, food, drinks… Strengthening handling of the act of dumping plastic waste in public places Ho Chi Minh City will inspect and handle violations of environmental hygiene, indiscriminately disposing of waste and plastic waste in public places in the area according to regulations. At the same time, inspect and handle violations of environmental protection lease, value-added tax, corporate income tax… in the activities of importing, manufacturing, distributing, and trading in packaging. non-biodegradable plastic and disposable plastic products, recycled products, environmentally friendly and activities to reuse and recycle plastic waste in the city.

The transformation of the protective mask into the scrap material ‘Plaxtil’, a combination of plastic and textile. Photo: africanews.com Made from polypropylene, synthetic fibers and metal, used masks are often thrown in the trash, then buried or burned. Some people even throw masks on the streets, rivers and oceans, harming the natural environment. According to the American Chemical Society, about 129 billion disposable masks are used every month around the world. So researchers and companies are looking for ways to recycle masks, although not currently. is a profitable business. Researchers in Australia are thinking about recycling single-use masks into sugar-making materials. In the US, this medical protective equipment is recycled into benches. In Korea, there are already seats made from disposable masks. And in France, they’re recycled into car mats. Researchers at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (Australia) are experimenting with solutions after witnessing the scene of masks being littered on the street. Once disinfected and chopped, the masks can be mixed with treated construction rubble to create a flexible and strong material for road construction. Researchers are looking into their use in construction cement. According to them, it takes three million masks to create 1 km of road. In France, recycling company Tri-o et Greenwished has collected masks from about 30 special locations, including Paris hospitals, TF1 television and Saint-Gobain building materials group, to put them in hospitals. special case for 250 euros ($300)/month. At their recycling plant, the masks are shredded, disinfected, and polypropylene extracted, which is converted into the material used to make floor mats or other plastic car parts. Tri-o et Greenwished has recycled a ton of masks and hopes to process 20 tons by the end of the year. Witnessing the increasing waste caused by disposable masks during the COVID-19 pandemic, interior design student Kim Ha-neul of Kaywon University of Art and Design in Uiwang city, south of Seoul (Korea) Quoc) recycled used masks into stools. To reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection, Kim Ha-neul kept these masks in storage for at least 4 days, then removed the rubber bands and metal on the masks. Next, he put the mask into the mold, used a heat spray gun at a temperature of over 300 degrees Celsius to let the mask melt. This is just the beginning of Kim Ha-neul’s success. He is planning to create more furniture from recycled masks, such as chairs, tables and some lamps. However, the above numbers are just “a drop” in the “ocean” of masks being discharged every day globally. About 40,000 tons of masks were packed in France last year without being recycled. This is because making a profit from recycling used masks is still a challenge.

Owning a small house in the middle of a green hill, separate from the noisy city life, is the desire of many people? With this in mind, master craftsman Jeffery Broadfield and a construction team from Smith and Primmmer created a robotic recycling house in the middle of a Berry field (Australia). The house has an area of ​​​​9m2, allowing two people to live together and still have their own space. The structure of the house is made mainly of recycled iron shells taken from a disused wharf, this material is intended to withstand the scorching rays of the Australian sun. The ground floor is a place to cook, store things and have a heating system for the house. The bedroom is located above and is accessed by a ladder. The bathroom is a deck behind the house with its own rainwater tank and toilet with a composting system. Water is collected on the roofs and then directed into a cistern above the bathroom, supplying water to the shower and kitchen. A wood-burning stove in a pot heats the cabin at night. Solar panels on the roof provide energy for lighting. In addition, the house has a ladder leading to the roof and acts as a lightning wire. If viewed from afar, the house looks like a wooden robot in the middle of a green field, realizing the dream of a peaceful resort but still fully equipped for modern people.

Lovers of this lifestyle have flocked to the ‘Shipping Container World’ Instagram page for gorgeous homes built from seemingly cold, lifeless industrial shipping containers. If you like this type of house, then this Instagram page is the ideal destination for you, but now try to take a look at the most impressive container house models collected. first. 2. 3. 4 . 5. 6. 7. Like all other projects, container houses have their own pros and cons. A big benefit of using these bins for a construction project is that the speed can be accomplished within weeks or months, depending on the size of the house. Furthermore, container homes tend to be more cost-effective than alternatives while also being very durable. Not only that, they are much more portable. It will be much easier to transport such a home if you decide to move elsewhere. 8. 9. ten. 11. twelfth . 13. 14. 15 . 16. 17. However, there are many disadvantages. Depending on the current condition of the shipping containers you plan to use for your new home, the whole project may not be as eco-friendly as you expect. Some of the containers were worn or rusted, which meant they had to be refurbished. That means spending money on additional materials, some of which are not good for the environment. Furthermore, you must be absolutely certain that the containers do not contain any hazardous materials beforehand. So you have to take the time to check first if you don’t want to find a reliable company to do this job, of course you need skills to do so. 18. 19. 20 . 21. 22. 23 . 24. 25. 26. 27. 28 . 29 . 30. Instagram ‘Shipping Container World’ also works in conjunction with a blog called ‘Living in a Container.’ The blog’s founder explained that they fell in love with container houses and wanted to share these projects with the world. The team behind the two projects said they don’t actually sell container houses nor plan to get them built. All just hobby, collect and share.

Throughout the apartment space in Thao Dien ward (District 2) where his family lives, from the 4 walls to the ceiling, the window frames and the bedroom are decorated with a series of glass works made by himself. present. They are made entirely of pieces of mirrors and broken glass that are discarded on the street. Levitt see you Zing at noon, because this is a short time in the day when the sun shines directly on the glass “Baby” statue hanging on the first floor of the house and creates a beautiful light effect. Gabriel Meranze Levitt decorates his home with artwork made from recycled glass. “I started making glass items three years ago after meeting old friends in Mexico. During the day, they do their main job, at night they indulge in their own hobbies such as painting, music or making crafts. I was startled to realize that creativity is what I lack in life. Back in Vietnam, I accidentally saw many old glass panels being thrown on the street, so I came up with the idea of ​​​​making works with them,” Levitt shared. Love broken glass “Baby” is a glass work that Levitt inspired by his young daughter. It was a statue of a girl with curly hair dancing. The work weighs about 7 kg, is hung in the corner of the skylight, where the sunlight shines down. “Every time I see my daughter dancing and having fun, I always feel magical. She looks like an angel, full of energy and happiness. I recorded a video, looked closely at her image, and created a work that embodies that spirit. Last Tet holiday, after visiting my wife’s hometown in Tien Giang, I went to Saigon first and focused on finishing as a gift for my children. Levitt took 5 weeks to complete “Baby”. First, he shaped the core of the statue with construction foam, wrapped it with a layer of glass mesh to ensure its sturdiness and limit the shrinkage and expansion of the model when the temperature changed. Finally, glue the mirror pieces on the outermost layer. “Baby” was inspired by Levitt’s image of his lovely daughter. Levitt enjoys talking about the process of making his works. After picking up old glass panels at home, he started to come up with ideas and learn how to cut and grind glass into the desired shape. “I watch many videos on how to work with glasses, but never look for other people’s work. I think when watching and then imitating someone’s work is copying their work, I don’t like that. To this day, I still don’t know if anyone in the world has done the same work as I am doing.” Levitt’s art products sometimes come from improvisation, some come from his concerns about cultural and social issues. The work is called “Storm of Change” inspired by the fight against acute racism in the US. After 3 months, he completed the model and hung it on the ceiling, right in front of the house. The work weighs 15 kg, consists of a cloud (size of 100x50x40 cm) with 3,000 pieces of small square mirrors – symbolizing America as a unified mass – and 130 different colored rain drops, representing the racial diversity, such as whites, blacks, and yellows. Levitt’s latest creation is a table lamp placed in the bedroom. When the lights are turned on, the light reflects through the polished pieces of glass creating an impressive visual effect. The lamp has a height of 106 cm and a weight of 20 kg. Artwork from broken glass of American man. Private world on the rooftop Before moving to Ho Chi Minh City, Levitt lived and worked for an NGO for 3 years in Hanoi for 3 years. In the last year of the project, he met his wife and after only 3 weeks decided to follow her and move to the South. “At first, we just thought about moving here to see if there was an opportunity to stay together for a long time, and also for me to look for something new after my project ended. The love is growing, we now have a little princess. We run a social enterprise together and look for NGO programs to help people in need.” Levitt often spends the evening making products. Recycled glass items have helped him find joy in life, promote creativity and implement many good ideas. The top floor of the house is the “private world” of the American man. The narrow space was lined with collage tools and hundreds of pieces of broken mirrors and glass of all shapes and colors that he had collected over the years. “On the way to work, if I see a piece of glass left behind, I will notice it and come back to bring it home after work. I can’t always find a glass that fits what I want, so I just bring it back and wait until I need it to take it out. I like the patterns and lines of the glass edges after being polished, the light coming on makes them look even more beautiful.” Although it is just a personal hobby, Levitt is always serious and devoted when creating his works. After coming up with an idea for the product, every night after her daughter was asleep, Levitt usually spent about 2 hours working on it. During the day, he has to deal with work, train personnel, at night is when he has absolute focus to do his work. “Not long ago, I had about a week of running out of ideas. Tried so much but couldn’t think of what to do next, I spent some time sitting at a coffee shop thinking and finally coming up with a new idea. For me, making recycled glass is just a personal hobby, but I still need to be serious when pursuing it,” Levitt expressed.

The “village” is like a symphony of colors under the sunlight in a peaceful setting. In 1979, after receiving a postcard from his daughter with a picture of a glass castle – an attraction on Vancouver Island in the province of British Columbia (Canada), Edouard T.Arsenault was inspired to build the park. Present your own glass bottles. In the summer of that year, he began collecting bottles from the surrounding area, mainly from local restaurants, friends, relatives and neighbors. He then spent the winter in his basement cleaning bottles, removing labels, and brooding about the project. In the spring of 1980, at the age of 66, he began work on the project on the grounds of his house on Prince Edward Island. More than 12,000 recycled glass bottles are cleverly linked together to form a 6-gable house measuring 4x6m. The house opened to visitors in 1981. Impressed with the unique architecture, visitors urged Mr. Arsenault to build more buildings out of glass bottles. By 1983, he had completed a tavern made of 8,000 glass bottles and a prayer hall made of 10,000 glass bottles. The “village” made up of about 30,000 recycled glass bottles of various colors and sizes and surrounded by beautiful flower gardens has become a paradise for photographers, nature and soul lovers. with recycling projects. After Mr. Arsenault’s death, this wonderful work continued to be maintained by his family. Some pictures of the unique “village” made from glass bottles by Mr. Edouard T.Arsenault: Inspired by his daughter’s postcard, Edouard T.Arsenault built his own glass bottle architecture. All bottles must be cleaned and labels removed before construction work can begin. About 30,000 recycled glass bottles were used. In 1983, Arsenault completed his own pub. The “village” made of thousands of recycled glass bottles has become a tourist attraction.

The report calls for the development of legal requirements for the recycling and reuse of critical raw materials. (Source: voanews.com) A report by European Union The (EU)-backed study says the recovery of rare materials from e-waste is a security requirement for Europe and should be legislated. According to the EU-funded CEWASTE report, critical raw materials – including gold, silver and cobalt in many electronics – can be recycled and reused. This will protect raw material supply for consumer electronics, even Europe’s defense industry. Even these rare materials are essential for wind turbines and electric cars. They therefore play an important role in helping countries meet climate protection goals and ensure competitiveness in manufacturing. However, the report notes that while supplies of these essential materials are vulnerable to geopolitical fluctuations, Europe is still too dependent on foreign supplies with recycling rates “close to equals 0.” According to the report, the low and volatile prices of many of these raw materials make recycling them often seen as too costly for businesses. The report calls for the development of regulatory requirements for the recycling and reuse of critical raw materials, financial incentives to support the industry, and increased control over the amount of e-waste that is exported. leave the EU. The report highlights some types of e-waste that have large enough raw materials to be recovered. These include printed circuit board materials from discarded electrical equipment; batteries from e-waste and scrap cars; iron boron neodymium magnets from hard drives and motors of electric bicycles, scooters and scrap cars; and fluorescent powder from cathode ray tubes and lamps in television sets and displays. CEWASTE says these materials are often present in very small quantities in individual categories, so they are often overlooked. For example, the report estimates that by 2025, the waste of fluorescent lamps in Europe will contain 92 tons of critical raw materials, while printed circuit boards in electronic waste of this area can hold up to 41 tons of silver and 10 tons of gold. The report states that the amount of the above material will be equivalent to that used to produce new items. A United Nations (UN) report shows that the world generated more than 50 million tons of e-waste in 2019. Much of this ended up in landfills and scrap yards. With an estimated 17% of electronic products being recycled, the UN says more than $55 billion worth of materials are wasted each year as the world has to extract more materials to make products. new./.

Workers work at an e-waste collection center in Ploufragan, western France. Photo: AFP/VNA According to the European Union (EU) funded CEWASTE e-waste report, circuit boards, magnets in drives and electric vehicles, batteries and fluorescent lamps are among the items containing important raw materials. , including gold, silver and cobalt, can be recycled and reused. However, these rare materials often make up a very small percentage of each item thrown away, making them often overlooked. For example, the report estimates that by 2025, discarded fluorescent lamps in Europe will contain 92 tonnes of vital raw materials. Printed circuit boards in the region’s e-waste could contain up to 41 tons of silver and 10 tons of gold by 2025. Meanwhile, Europe’s supply chains have become “too vulnerable”, especially is the defense industry, as noted by Mr. Pascal Leroy – one of the authors of the report. The production of items in Europe, from computer systems to drones, is largely dependent on external supplies. As a result, the report highlights that recycling e-waste will help protect vital supplies for consumer electronics and even the European defense industry. In addition, with the materials needed to make wind turbines and electric cars, items that are discarded if recycled also play an important role in meeting climate change and environmental goals. improve the competitiveness of the manufacturing industry. The report also highlights some types of e-waste that are said to have sufficient raw materials to be recycled and recovered. These include printed circuit board materials obtained from discarded electronic equipment; batteries from e-waste and scrap cars; neodymium iron boron magnets from the hard drives and motors of electric bicycles and scooters, and fluorescent powder from lamps and cathode ray tubes found in televisions and television screens. The researchers found that many raw materials have low value and are volatile, meaning that recycling them is considered too expensive for businesses. The report therefore calls for legislation on the recycling and reuse of critical raw materials, financing to support the recycling industry, and better control of shipments of waste. e-waste is transported out of the EU. According to the “Global Electronic Waste Monitoring 2020” report published by the United Nations (UN) in July last year, in 2019, there were a total of 53.6 million tons of e-waste worldwide. , up 21% from 5 years ago. In which, Asia is the largest producer with about 24.9 million tons, followed by the Americas 13.1 million tons and Europe 12 million tons. Meanwhile, the amount of e-waste in Africa and Oceania is 2.9 and 0.7 million tons, respectively. Of the more than 53 million tons of e-waste generated, only 17% of the waste is recycled, with the rest going to landfills, incineration or simply not being treated. This means that an amount of rare materials such as gold, silver … worth up to 55 billion USD “presents” in e-waste that has been thrown away or burned instead of being collected for treatment. and reuse. Meanwhile, the exploitation of raw materials has been promoted in many countries to create new products, causing environmental concerns.

Research on recycling solar batteries contributes to boosting the weekly economy in Vietnam (Source: Internet). Solar power is an inevitable trend According to Decision No. 2068/QD-TTg issued by the Prime Minister on November 25, 2015 approving Vietnam’s renewable energy development strategy to 2030, with a vision to 2050, electricity produced from Solar power will reach about 35.4 billion kWh by 2030 and increase to 210 billion kWh by 2050. According to the Institute of Energy (Ministry of Industry and Trade), on average, a solar power source with a capacity of 1 MWp will generate nearly 70 tons of waste after about 20-25 years from the date the source starts generating electricity. Thus, according to forecasts, the amount of waste from these solar panels can reach millions of tons. Nguyen Van Hoi – Director of the Institute for Industry and Trade Policy and Strategy Research (Ministry of Industry and Trade) said that solar power is an inevitable trend of Vietnam’s energy industry, bringing many benefits to economic development. – society of the country and play an important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. In Resolution No. 55-NQ/TW on orientation of Vietnam’s national energy development strategy to 2030, with a vision to 2045, it is clear that it is necessary to develop synchronously, rationally and diversify types of energy. quality, prioritizing the exploitation, exhaustive and efficient use of renewable energy, new energy and clean energy; Use energy economically, efficiently, and protect the environment. Mr. Hoi said that the promotion of renewable energy development should be placed in the overall context of solutions, especially in the treatment of waste from the development of this energy source. Solar battery recycling solution Talking about the experience of processing and recycling solar panels of countries around the world, Mr. Dao Tran Nhan – Economic and Trade Advisory Association (VICETA) said, the Korean Government has issued new law “Extended Manufacturer Liability Program to take effect from 2023”. Accordingly, the Korean Government requires domestic manufacturers and importers to pay a recycling fee, which is expected to be US$1.04/kg. Meanwhile, Switzerland takes advantage of materials and components that are still valid to use and destroys those that are no longer worth using, using solar panels as a source of raw materials for making electric vehicle batteries (such as automobiles). , motorcycle). Proposing solutions for processing and recycling solar panels in Vietnam, Mr. Dao Tran Nhan suggested: For the group of policy solutions, it is necessary to develop regulations on downtime and storage. or recycle solar panels and have clear binding regulations between the parties. For the group of technological solutions, it is necessary to develop specific standards and regulations for each type of battery and develop a regulation to monitor and control the quality of solar cells. In addition, it is necessary to have a mechanism to encourage recycling as well as to develop sanctions to punish violations according to regulations. Dr. Le Huy Khoi – Institute for Strategic and Policy Studies of Industry and Trade also offered some solutions. Firstly, it is necessary to strengthen the inspection, examination and supervision of the collection and treatment of expired batteries. Second, the environmental protection responsibilities of owners of production, business and service establishments must “collect, classify, store, treat and dispose of solid waste in accordance with the law”. Third, research, develop and soon form a construction environment management department to regulate and supervise the final management of solar panels. Fourth, develop mechanisms and introduce policies to encourage investment in building solar panel recycling plants in Vietnam. Fifth, there should be financial and credit mechanisms and policies to support businesses in a practical way. Sixth, strengthen propaganda on the awareness of using, collecting and recycling solar cells effectively. Experts agree that, for Vietnam, the volume of waste from solar panels is quite small compared to the leading countries, however, to ensure sustainable development, the State needs to study soon to have appropriate policy and mechanism related to the collection and treatment of waste from solar cells. From a circular economy perspective, this can become an opportunity for Vietnam to develop the solar cell recycling industry in the future.

Illustration. (Source: space.com) According to the Vietnam News Agency reporter in Tokyo, Japan in 2030 will launch a rocket with propulsion recycled from engines used in previous missions, in order to reduce costs rocket launch . Kyodo news agency citing unnamed sources said that a panel of experts from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan (MEXT) is expected to put the goal of building the missile. be equipped with recycled propulsion in an interim report drafted on May 12. The current, rocket launch costs Japan’s H2A is very expensive because the rocket propulsion will be disposed of after the missile is launched. Even the H3 – the country’s next-generation missile and expected to be launched by the end of March 2022 – is disposable. Meanwhile, the Falcon 9 missile developed by the American Space Exploration Corporation, can reuse parts that have been used in previous missions to bring astronauts, including Japanese astronaut Akihiko Hoshide, boarded the International Space Station (ISS) last month. Since the propulsion of the Falcon 9 rocket is about 10 times reusable, the cost of launching the missile is only about 6 billion yen ($ 55 million), half of the launch cost. H2A rockets Japanese. So the Japan Aerospace Research and Development Agency (JAXA) is conducting research on how to launch a small test missile to a height of about 100 meters and then land vertically in an attempt. missile reuse force. In addition, JAXA also plans to test reusable missiles on a large scale, possibly with France and Germany in 2022./.

Share with Zing , Lyli said from a young age, she has loved hand made items. As an adult, working in the fashion design field, she has the opportunity to pursue her passion. The peacock’s blanket bag was the first gift Lyli gave her mother. Lyli’s first recycled product was a set of bags, purses and fashion accessories made from subsidized peacock blanket. She gave these items to her mother. She was very touched, encouraging her daughter to continue to be creative. To create a new item from old materials, Lyli must collect, classify fabrics, design designs suitable for that fabric or at the request of the orderer. To make products more fashionable and beautiful, they need to be studded with stones, drawn or embroidered. However, to limit waste in the environment, she limits the use of new items, making use of all that can be recycled. On average, a LyLi product makes in 3-5 hours, the price ranges from 250,000-750,000 VND depending on the design and the difficulty of the material. Besides, the secret to turning old clothes into beautiful bags, she must pay attention to the sorting and cleaning of fabrics. In addition, she is always thinking, creating fashion products, plus decorative motifs, handcrafted stone. The girl turns old clothes into a beautiful handbag. The 32-year-old designer says 90% of the details that make up the recycled bag are environmental protection products such as old fabrics and molds from plastic waste. In addition, recycling can help people store souvenirs in another form. At the same time, this is also a way to save and reduce consumption costs when taking advantage of second hand. In particular, the most important meaning of this is to help reduce waste in the environment, extending the life cycle of each item. “I do it first for myself and for people who care about the environment. After that, I hope everyone will join hands to protect the environment more “. From the initial success, Lyli and his colleagues launched the project “Giving away old stuff – getting new things back.” Accordingly, each person can exchange 5 old items to receive a recycled gift. In particular, the proceeds, Lyli will be used to build Fund Am Thank. Lyli Hoang plans to use this fund to donate to people with difficult circumstances, people with disabilities … In addition, the 32-year-old designer’s recycling project also creates jobs for many people with special circumstances such as autistic people, inferior people in the LGBT community … Lyli wants to create a variety of environmentally friendly products. “They are very interested in community issues, are conscious of environmental protection, so they affect me a lot. You guys have been with me for a long time, someone who shares the same direction and support, I believe the project will go for a long time ”, shared Lyli Hoang. In the coming time, Lyli wants to continue to develop more styles and materials for making recycled bags to make them more convenient, unique and environmentally friendly. In addition, the designer wants to bring products “made in Vietnam”, which bring the message of environmental protection to foreign countries.

The company describes it as looking like leather, giving the experience a soft and supple feel. Photo: adidas. Accordingly, Mylo is a material produced by mycelium. The fibers are linked together and can grow on the ground. They take less than 2 weeks to develop. Once finished, it can be dyed, manipulated and stitched like leather. This shoe model is renewed with a cream-colored upper body with 3 perforated stripes. The familiar green heel pad is replaced with the words “Mylo” and the branding logo. All are made of improved materials. The sole of the shoe is made of natural rubber. “This is a big step forward in our bold ambitions to help end plastic waste. As a brand we continue to explore the possibilities of material innovation,” said Amy Jones Vaterlaus – adidas spokesperson – said. adidas launches new version of Stan Smith made from mycelium. Photo: adidas. In its initiative to eliminate plastic waste, the German fashion brand made progress by the end of 2020 with more than 50% of its used polyester recycled. WWD that by 2024, the “giant’s” goal is to have 100% recycled polyester used in liquid products. The company also plans to cut carbon emissions by 30% by 2030 (compared to 2017) and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Stan Smith is a shoe model named after the American tennis player. It has confirmed its place in fashion history with unique styling on adidas signature designs. Mylo is dyed to create products that look like real leather. Photo: adidas. How to restore Gucci shoes worth 680 USD Restoring expensive shoes takes many steps. In particular, the cleaning of the inside and the outer shell are important.

The tower built by Eric Klabel has a size of 6,157m. It was so tall it could be seen from afar. Klabel has been building everything from recycled items for about 6 years now. After meeting many other record-makers around the world, Eric Klabel was inspired to make a name for himself. In addition, the 12-year-old boy is also inspired by the father himself, when deciding to use things like used popsicles to build something majestic out of it. Eric Klabel stands by the tower made from his used popsicle popsicles. At first, Eric Klabel often created many different shapes from ice cream sticks. After seeing how his childhood toys were made, Eric Klabel decided to take it one step further. In 2015, the boy Eric Klabel officially began to step further in direction by trying to build structures suitable for ice cream. The mammoth tower is an example. Talking to the Guinness World Records Organization, Eric Klabel said: “In order to create the tower, I had to build the same vertical structure over and over again, again and again. But I feel very happy because my results are getting higher and higher. ” For Eric Klabel, the proudest moment was when the boy stood back and still saw the tower he created from used ice creams stood tall and never collapsed. Eric Klabel was completely surprised to learn about his record setting. Eric Klabel told the record tally organization: “I feel fulfilled and grateful to be the owner of this Guinness World Record. I am very happy that I was able to reach this point. Love My love for reaching a world record is that I can be known from my passion “. In addition to the tower, Eric Klabel also created a rod-shaped chair, a replica of a house with lights, furniture and other important furnishings.

Ho Chi Minh City changed the way of classifying garbage into two groups. Photo: NGUYEN CHAU According to previous regulations, individuals, households, and solid waste source owners must be classified into three groups: Group of easy-to-biodegradable organic waste (leftovers, leaves, vegetables, fruits, animal carcasses. ); group of reusable and recyclable wastes (paper, plastic, metal, rubber, nylon, glass) and the remaining group of wastes (excluding hazardous waste generated from households, owners waste sources). To match the current treatment technology that focuses on recycling technology and incineration technology, Ho Chi Minh City has decided to amend the way of classifying garbage into two groups. Specifically, the group of wastes capable of reuse, recycling and the remaining group of wastes (excluding hazardous waste generated from households, waste generators. In the past, the city’s waste treatment was mainly landfilled. Part of MSW is treated by incineration (without energy recovery), fertilizer production and recycling. However, this is still limited and has not met the needs of the city.

Leaders of Hanoi Urban Environment Company Limited and Vietnam Packaging Recycling Union participated in the signing ceremony. Accordingly, the two sides will coordinate to develop specific plans to promote the sorting model at source, collection, transportation and treatment of recyclable waste in Hanoi city; Develop and implement a communication plan: Design, train, communicate to raise awareness, and guide the method of separating waste at source, thereby changing habits and behaviors for the community in the sorting and collecting recycled waste; Build network connection between collection and transport units – Recycling units in promoting a circular economy. Research and propose to policy makers and regulators to create incentives and favorable market conditions for recycled waste. Mr. Jahanzeb Khan – Vice Chairman of Vietnam Packaging Recycling Alliance (Pro Vietnam) said that through this cooperation, Pro Vietnam will carry out a project to raise public awareness, from there creating behavioral changes in the use and management of plastic waste. “Pro Vietnam will support Hanoi Urban Environment Company Limited to jointly carry out activities to increase the rate of collection and recycling of plastic, packaging and other recyclable waste. At the same time, identify, develop and implement initiatives on concerns and benefits in local plastic waste management, especially in recirculating economic projects ”- Mr. Jahanzeb Khan. It is known that Pro Vietnam includes members who are leading FDI and Vietnam companies in the field of consumer goods, packaging production, retail and import with the same desire to contribute to a green Vietnam, Clean, beautiful by promoting the circular economic model by making product packaging collection and recycling work in a more accessible and sustainable way.

Signing of a cooperation agreement on waste collection and recycling. Accordingly, URENCO and PRO Vietnam cooperate to develop a specific plan to promote the model of sorting at source, collecting, transporting and treating recyclable waste in Hanoi; building and implementing communication plans: Designing, training, communicating to raise awareness, guide the method of garbage classification at source; thereby changing the habits and behaviors for the community in the classification and collection of recycled waste. At the same time, the two sides build a network to connect between collection and transport units – recycling units in promoting a circular economy … PRO Vietnam currently has 18 members who are the leading brand owners and packaging manufacturers, importers, distributors and retailers in the food and beverage industry. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr. Zahanzeb Khan, Vice President of PRO Vietnam shared: “Through this cooperation, we wish to create a connection between PRO Vietnam and members of the Urban Environment Association. Vietnam market and industrial park in implementing environmental protection activities, for a green – clean – beautiful Vietnam; at the same time, making packaging recycling more accessible and sustainable, towards the goal All packages of PRO Vietnam members put on the market are collected for recycling. According to URENCO’s statistics on the results of the implementation of waste management, classification and collection at sources deployed in 4 districts (Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, Dong Da, Hai Ba Trung) in Hanoi, from mid-August Until now, URENCO has purchased more than 150 tons of recycled waste. Of these, plastic accounts for 35%, paper 55% and 10% are metals.

Initially Leafy house The activity was planned to be carried out in two weekends (April 17-18), but the battery collected in just 2 days has exceeded expectations and still many people have yet to participate. Therefore, the project is extended by young people from April 19 to 25. Young people bring used batteries to the Leafy House in exchange for green trees Hoang Ai Nghi (in charge of the program “Exchanging batteries for trees”) said, as of the afternoon of April 24 (on the 8th day – PV), the program has received a series of batteries, including: primary batteries , phone battery, laptop, rechargeable battery … For every 5 pieces / battery given away, you will receive 1 green tree, a small stone lotus or cactus. “Over the past few days, we have welcomed many people to send batteries and take back trees. Tracking and knowing about the program through fanpage or sharing from friends, students, employees, parents or even children bring batteries to support the program ”, Ai Nghi shared. The activity of “exchanging batteries for trees” actively contributes to the transmission of the message of green living and environmental protection You volunteers join hands in the program In addition to the activity of “exchanging batteries for trees”, Many Leaf Houses also sell green products and recycled products By the end of April 24, the program had received more than 120,000 broken batteries and electronic equipment; donating 6,000 trees. The collected batteries will be sent to the gathering point of Vietnam for recycling to be disposed of most thoroughly. It is known that each battery thrown into the environment or improperly disposed of will contaminate 1 cubic meter of soil and 500 liters of water within 50 years. Once received, these batteries will be volunteered by volunteers Leafy house bring to the gathering point of the Vietnam recycling program for the most thorough treatment. On the same occasion (April 24 and 25), Leafy house also organized the activity “Exchange plastic bottles for recycling socks” to receive more recyclable materials. “Many Leaf Houses” known as a chain of social activities in terms of culture, education and environment, has been deployed in Hanoi City and recently Ho Chi Minh City. Next to the activity “Change batteries for trees”, Leafy house also received plastic bottles and paper, implemented a free book library in the form of “lending books by trust”, sold trees to raise funds …

The shoes are collected and recycled into eco-friendly green potted plants. (Photo: Bich Ha / Vietnam +) Old shoes that are no longer in use can still bring impressive and unique beauty to the living space thanks to unique ideas. By the end of 2020, a group of young people gathered together and sorted out old shoes, some of them can be resold, and some of them are out of size or have skin exploded, they cannot use them anymore. planting trees . The shoes are collected and recycled into eco-friendly green potted plants. (Photo: Bich Ha / Vietnam +) Sharing about this idea, Nguyen Thi To Uyen, a third-year student at Hanoi University of Technology, said: “I know a sister who works as a director of imported footwear production, she shared that she still has Too much shoes in stock, can’t be used She feels wasted so she wants to be able to use them for a meaningful purpose.And after a while of research, my partner and I decided to do it. work shoe recycling . ” The volunteers in the group come from many different universities in Hanoi. Therefore, depending on inspiration and creativity, each person will create a new shape for the shoes. “With the idea of ​​planting trees, with recycled shoes, people can use it in many different spaces, on the desk, study corner or decorate the house. I think this is very ideal. As users, it encourages people to use recyclables to protect the environment In addition, funds we build will be organized for volunteer activities , “To Uyen shared more. Finishing a shoe takes concentration and meticulous attention, where making the ideal fit is the most difficult. Shoe recycling takes meticulous attention. (Photo: Bich Ha / Vietnam +) Not only think of how to decorate the shoes so that they are eye-catching, the young group also learns about how to choose plants, choose soil, and choose fertilizers to suit each different plant. Calling their project “happy shoes” because not only is a recycling activity that is beneficial to the environment, the young group hopes that these shoes will spread a positive energy source to the community.

Making use of recycled materials, Mr. Le Thanh Cong, security guard of Tran Quoc Toan Primary School (Phu Xuan commune, Tan Phu district) built a semi-automatic garbage sweeper, laser reflective theft alarm system. . These devices are currently being used at the school. In which, the materials for this garbage truck are all recyclable items collected in the school and in the bottle shed. This sweeper truck runs on battery power. Just charging 6 hours, this car will have enough power to sweep garbage for 10 days. In 2019, he, along with two other teachers in the school, created a laser reflective theft alarm system. This equipment is also made from recycled materials with the total amount of just over 100,000 VND. The special thing is that Mr. Cong only made a burglar alarm installed in the security room, but it works to report the theft in the entire campus thanks to the reflective mirror system. Or like Mr. Bui Van Nhi, a guard of Xuan Hoa Kindergarten (Xuan Hoa commune, H. Xuan Loc commune) has “invested” for many years to decorate and beautify the landscape around the school. Accordingly, he designed the baby’s fairy garden, zoo … he also tried to plant lots of green trees on the campus to create shade for children to play. In addition, Mr. Ri also takes advantage of his free time at night to make toys for the children. These are the models of means of transport such as cyclo, tricycle, car …; household items such as furniture, censer, stilt house … These toys are mostly made from cans of beer and soft drinks, they are not only meticulous, durable but also very beautiful. It can be said that, having the dedicated guard, wholeheartedly in work and passion for creativity is the luck of the schools. To encourage this staff to have the opportunity to contribute more requires the care and encouragement from the school administrators. At the same time, in the patriotic emulation movement, these employees also need to be paid attention to promptly commend and reward.

In addition to environmentally friendly dyeing technology, all costumes in this Tennis Collection are made from PRIMEBLUE – a high-grade recycled material made from Parley Ocean Plastic (Parley Ocean Plastic) waste. This is part of adidas’ effort to materialize its commitment to eliminate the use of virgin plastic entirely by 2024, following the sustainability orientation of the adidas Tennis product line. Tennis collection includes new Bodysuit models and key products for Spring-Summer 2021 such as Next Level shorts and Y-Dress Tennis skirts Following the success of Tennis apparel models that combine fashion and performance, adidas design team has created an impressive color palette for the new collection so that athletes can stand out at the same time. on the field, while maximizing your ability, while minimizing negative impacts on the earth. With only 4 colors dyed red, blue, black and white, the designers have blended to create eye-catching blends with prominent purple, blue, gray colors on the black and white background. In addition, the laminated fabric material also has its own nuances, creating a sparkling effect, changing colors for the outfit with each movement. Famous player Garbin will Muguruza share : “The costumes have a big influence on the quality of the game. The fit, and the comfort Performance has always been essential, but there is another factor as important as sustainability that people often ignore. I personally take this point very seriously when choosing my outfit, so I really like adidas’ new collection. BST’s state-of-the-art dyeing technology is a huge step forward in improving the durability of tennis wear without compromising on performance, under any conditions ”. The Tennis collection will include new Bodysuit models and Spring Summer 2021 flagship products such as Next Level shorts and Y-Dress Tennis Y-Dress. In addition to the performance-focused line of apparel, adidas also updated the new Tennis shoe with trendy blue-purple tones, cleverly designed to highlight key technical details, perfecting the overall aesthetics. collect. In the next season, tennis player Kristina Mladenovic choose to accompany the adizero Ubersonic 4 in the new Tennis BST. This shoe has the most advanced technologies to help players react to situations faster than ever. The midsole employs Lightstrike ultra-light cushioning technology for optimal speed movements without directly affecting the feel of the pitch. The shoe body is designed in a sock-like structure with a comfortable, breathable mesh fabric, providing excellent stability and support, making navigation or lateral movement easy. . The upper body of the shoe is made of high quality PRIMEGREEN materials with 50% recycled materials. Tennis player Dominic Thiem Also choose a shoe model in the new Tennis BST for the upcoming matches, which is an upgraded version of the adidas SoleCourt with a TPU shoelace, fixed torsion bar between the foot, the midsole using BOOST technology and 3D heel cushions for maximum durability, stability and comfort. This shoe is also made from PRIMEBLUE material. Player Dominic Thiem also chose a shoe model in the new Tennis BST for upcoming matches The latest adidas Tennis collection will be available for sale from today on https://www.adidas.com.vn/en and through the adidas application. For more info, follow @adidasTennis on Instagram and use the hashtag #EndPlasticWaste.

People are excited to buy clean agricultural products. On April 25, in Da Nang, many people and tourists were excited to visit and shop at The Good Market – an event organized by HealthyFarm – a social enterprise in Da Nang. The fair with 42 booths, selling agricultural products, food, handicrafts, health care products, booths of non-governmental organizations, non-profit organizations … joined family. The program wants the community to be able to buy safe, high-quality products directly from local farmers and producers across Vietnam; Both bring natural, healthy food, and display handicraft products with sustainable and environmentally friendly values, contributing to bringing “kindness” to customers and the earth. This is also an opportunity for partners, businesses, localities, retail stores, non-profit organizations … to connect with each other, want to raise funds or reach more people and share about the project. their. Coming to the fair, the counter of Green Da Nang (Green Station), made by a group of young people in Da Nang, attracted a large number of people and children to exchange gifts. The types of trash include paper, cardboard, milk cartons, plastic, plastic, cans, old batteries, old electronic equipment … in exchange for stone lotus, plant pot; sprouts seeds; new lifestyle experience gift boxes (containing environmentally friendly products); green living books … The trash exchange for gifts was well received by many people. Le Thi Thu Thao, founder of Green Station, confided: At this event, I and the volunteers want to share the lifestyle of environmental protection with people and tourists. These waste products, after being collected, will be sent to a plastic waste recycling company for continued use. HealthyFarm is a pioneer in the field of clean food and food safety in Vietnam and is the organizer of the first Farmer Fair in Da Nang. Up to now, the unit has organized 23 clean food fairs with more than 25 thousand people participating in shopping.

A pair of water hyacinths 1.86m high has been made by Mr. Nguyen Van Dai Duong for more than 4 years. Photo: NGUYEN TRANG Mr. Duong said: “The idea of ​​making water hyacinth from cans of water since 2012 and I started collecting cans throughout 2014 to obtain a large amount”. After collecting, Mr. Duong washed and coated the cans with a shade to keep them for a long time. By 2015, Mr. Duong started to design a hyacinth, he used thin aluminum wire to knit, connect to form the frame of the water hyacinth. After that, he continued to use water pipes with a diameter of 20cm to be inserted inside to keep the water hyacinth standing upright. He used a smaller water pipe 17-18cm in diameter inside the original large pipe, the purpose of which can pour water and flower arrangements. All steps on the frame, the inner structure is complete, Mr. Duong continues to make the more difficult process of connecting the cans together and the boss overlaps in succession. “I used yellow spandex and cut thin enough to pass through the hole in the can. Use at least 10m of fabric to connect 10 million pieces of cans for each water hyacinth ”. According to Mr. Duong, the hyacinth base, knotted areas are the most difficult. He had to be skillful so that the water hyacinth wouldn’t lose its symmetry when it was placed from the bottom up. He had to remove and install it many times to make the base of the water hyacinth. Mr. Duong also made a tea kettle made of colorful cans. He said, in the near future, he plans to make more products from cans. >> Some pictures of a pair of water hyacinths made from a bottle of cans. Photo: NGUYEN TRANG The pair of water hyacinths is made from a box of 1.86m high All are connected by yellow elastic fabric between the holes Mr. Duong has done many times to make the bars straight and even The cans are joined by yellow spandex. Mr. Duong also made a teapot made of a variety of colorful cans The cans arrange colors according to a predefined layout

Pictures of aunts buying cicadas on the road. Photo: MINH HOANG Every year, Vietnam uses millions of tons of packaging types including plastic and paper. In which, about 40% of paper packaging and 27% of plastic packaging is collected and recycled. That means the rest is discharged into the environment, affecting marine ecosystems, polluting soil and water environments (rivers, lakes, canals, etc.) and groundwater pollution. According to the information at the scientific workshop “Promoting the role of science and technology in ocean plastic waste management”, Vietnam is considered one of the 5 countries that discharge the most plastic waste into the environment (about 1.8 million tons / year). To help limit the above situation, you learn how to properly classify and collect waste, this will help increase the recycling rate, contribute to protecting the surrounding environment. First, please install the VECA app for your phone here, compatible with Android 5.0 and above devices. Basically, this app will help you connect with the ticks collecting and buying bottles, making the purchase and sale of bottle ticks simpler through the appointment scheduling section. Create an account to use the application to sell bottles online. Photo: MINH HOANG To get started, you need to enter your phone number and full name for the contact. The main interface of VECA is relatively simple, the scrap price list is clearly publicized by each item, including newspaper, paper, carton, solid iron … The prices of scrap are made transparent. Photo: MINH HOANG If your house has many bottles, you can click on the button I sell, then set the address of home / work / factory … and choose the corresponding time (weekdays or Saturday, Sunday), at the end together click Confirm. The system will automatically send your request to the uncle collecting bottles. User can manage collection requests in History section. Also at the main interface, you can refer to good tips related to the sorting and disposal of waste. Set a collection schedule for bottle ticks. Photo: MINH HOANG Currently, VECA has just deployed the service of buying bottle at home in Phu Nhuan district, Ho Chi Minh City, and is expected to expand its operating area in the near future. Note, because the application is in the process of testing, there will definitely be an error, readers can submit suggestions for the developer to improve and fix in the next version. In general, the features that VECA offers are relatively useful, leveraging the technology platform to make ordinary purchases simpler, faster, and connecting the seller’s needs with buyers. , thereby helping to increase income for both parties and limit waste into the environment.

UEH students gather and classify garbage before carrying it to destruction. The main goal of the project is to build a model of school without rubbish, apply a zero-garbage solution in school waste management, and prioritize the refusal – minimizing – reuse of single-use plastic products. The product is not required, or cannot be composted. The program will be implemented in the first phase from April to the end of October 2021 at UEH Campus – Nguyen Van Linh. With the concept “just recycling is not enough”, while recycling plastic is also causing many consequences for human health and the environment, the Vietnam Zero Waste Alliance (VZWA) * for that “Practice without rubbish” is the most sustainable solution and create a circular economy for society. In particular, schools play an important role in raising awareness of young people about environmental protection. This is the premise for the idea of ​​implementing UEH – Zero Waste Campus project. The project is part of a strategy to build a No Spam model in the community, as a pilot at the University of Economics, HCMC. Ho Chi Minh City – Nguyen Van Linh campus with cooperation, consultancy and technical support from the Vietnam Spam Free Alliance. The specific objective of the project is that at least 70% of the total post-project surveyed people understand what it means to be No Spam; the amount of general waste going to landfills decreased by about 40%; persistent waste (including disposable plastic, unnecessary products, organic composting) reduced by about 30%; Organic waste is processed to become compost, recycled waste is collected and taken to the recycling facility; Reducing the use of unnecessary, disposable or non-compostable plastic products. In order to realize action goals, City University of Economics. Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) and the Vietnam Spam Free Alliance signed a cooperation agreement (MOU). The signed content of the two parties aims to jointly design, consult and plan the UEH – Zero Waste Campus project, including the development of measures to manage and reduce waste in the school and campaigns. improve waste awareness, adopt a No-Garbage lifestyle and turn waste into a resource. UEH students in class Mr. Bui Quang Hung – UEH Vice Rector shared: “Towards the model of“ Green University ”, HCMC University of Economics. Ho Chi Minh is actively cooperating with the Vietnam No Trash Alliance in activities of managing, minimizing and turning waste into resources; communicating and implementing a roadmap to build the No-Garbage School. The project expects all staff, students and stakeholders at the University to increase awareness of waste issues, and understand and practice the “No Spam” lifestyle. Accordingly, the Vietnam Non-Garbage Alliance initially surveyed students’ perceptions, assessed the current situation of waste at UEH campus – Nguyen Van Linh and will continue to coordinate with the school to implement specific activities. project roadmap. Ms. Quach Thi Xuan, Coordinator of the Vietnam Spam Free Alliance said: “The Zero Waste Campus project marks a new turning point in the partnership between UEH and the Vietnam Spam Free Alliance. This is a “long-term” program with special meaning to raise awareness of environmental protection with practical actions “. The project helps to limit plastic waste, protects the health of students and staff from the harmful effects of plastic waste, and at the same time contributes to building UEH – Nguyen Van Linh Campus in the direction of “Green University” – Green School , Environmental friendliness.

Coolmax Eco fabric is made from recycled plastic bottles. As a brand that cares about the environment, Santino focuses on developing Coolmax Eco – a technical fabric with the composition of 95% recycled plastic from bottles after use. Thanks to its antibacterial properties, creating a cool and comfortable feeling for the wearer, this material has been applied to the Spring-Summer Collection 2021 “The Flat World”. The key to Coolmax Eco fabrics lies in fabric weaving technology. Thanks to improvements in surface structure, Coolmax Eco fabric allows for faster cooling and drying of the body. Fabric fiber has a flat cross-section with notches running along the yarn body, hexagonal. This is a smart “sweat drainage”, helping the wearer feel soft, non-sticky, safe and benign with sensitive skin types. According to the announcement from Santino, Coolmax Eco has a very fast hygroscopic and dry speed, no wrinkles, easy to fold and has a good reflective ability. This feature will continue after each wash. Pictures from the 2021 Spring-Summer Collection “The Flat World” by Santino. Not only focusing on ideal materials to protect the environment, the Spring / Summer 2021 collection – “The Flat World” of Santino also brings the message of a new journey. It is a place where each person has the opportunity to feel the beauty of the world in their own way, to discover the cultural beauties of many regions with just a miniature “Flat World”. Santino’s inherent fashion direction is reflected through the product line with environmental protection materials. Wearing the products of the collection “The Flat World”, you will touch the cold paradise of Moscow in the middle of the summer, experience the strong space of the Roman arena, ecstatic with the scent of cherry blossoms at Tokyo, or feel life full of joy like spring in Hanoi. Coolmax Eco products in ‘The Flat World’ collection are available at Santino stores nationwide. Putting customer satisfaction first, Santino constantly researches to come up with new trends and products with materials and improve usability. Whether it is daily activities or outdoor exercise, convenient yet eco-friendly designs are the key to Santino’s becoming the favorite brand of men.

Canadian designer duo Coryn Kempster and Julia Jamrozik designed a playful, youthful all-green cafe in a centuries-old building in Buffalo, New York. The Tipico cafe is a place that promotes social interactions and supports local craftsmanship. The furniture is inexpensive, the headlights are recycled from the string lights of the construction site. The cafe seats are inspired by university lecture halls. The cafe’s main bar is made up of ten recycled wooden tables purchased from the classifieds website Craigslist. The tables are stitched together and painted blue, forming a unified bar that runs along the cafe’s wall. The open bar has swivel chairs arranged around the customer-side protruding blue countertops allowing easy communication between customers and employees. Olive green furniture can be used indoors and outdoors. Olive green, the green of the trees and the blue of the restaurant are in harmony, creating a fun and impressive overall. “We wanted to use a vibrant color to visually tie the bar and bench together to create continuity in the space and create a visual accent for the bar,” says the designer. The stairs deceive the customers’ eyes, creating a sense of multidimensional space./.

From Notker Blechner, tagesschau.de Who does not know them: pictures of PET bottles floating in the seas or lying around in the forests. Plastic waste clogs the stomachs of birds and fish – and spoils entire strips of coast. Ocean researchers, environmentalists and politicians keep sounding the alarm. But plastic bottles, packaging and other materials made of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) still generate more than 60 million tons of waste every year. Nine million tons end up in the oceans. A large part of these are PET bottles.

Coca-Cola largest plastic polluter?

Coca-Cola is partly responsible for the flood of plastic waste. The soft drink giant produces thousands of plastic bottles every second. It’s 88 billion a year. The Break Free from Plastic Campaign, a global network for the fight against plastic waste, sees the group as the largest plastic polluter in the world. In order to change its bad image, the group is now forced to act. He is introducing 100 percent recycled PET bottles (rPET) for some brands in several US states and aims to reduce the use of new plastic by a fifth by 2030. In smaller markets such as Sweden and the Netherlands, Coca-Cola says it has already switched all PET bottles to 100 percent rPET.

Crushed PET bottles are waiting to be recycled. Coca-Cola wants to recycle more in the future.

Higher recycling rate for PET bottles planned

In Germany, too, Coca-Cola wants to increase the recycling rate for PET bottles. At the end of 2020, the proportion of recycled material (rPET) was 40 percent. This should rise to 70 percent by the end of the year, a spokeswoman announced tagesschau.de at. ViO brand bottles should then consist entirely of recycled PET. Details will be announced next week. The Brause Group, which published its quarterly figures today, and the rest of the beverage industry have an interest in increasing the proportion of recycling. Because from the coming year, according to the amendment to the Packaging Act, a deposit will be levied on PET bottles made of single-use plastic. From 2025, non-returnable PET bottles for beverages must be made of at least 25 percent recycled plastic (recycled material), and then 30 percent in 2030.

Recyclate more expensive than new plastic

Around 90 percent of bottles are currently collected in Germany – mostly via the corresponding containers in supermarkets. Only 30 to 40 percent of the collected and processed PET bottles are used again for new bottles. The rest is recycled into foils, bottle crates or other materials. The problem: When the PET bottles are thrown into the recycling machines in the supermarkets, Coca-Cola and the beverage industry no longer have access to the material. You have to get recyclate from the market. In addition, PET recycling is now a good 50 percent more expensive than the production of new plastic bottles. The PET recyclate currently costs up to 500 euros per ton more than new PET. The intermittent drop in the price of oil made new fossil plastics even cheaper.

Lidl collects and recycles its own PET bottles

The Schwarz Group is taking a different approach with the discounter Lidl. It has set up its own recycling collection and processing system. As a result, Lidl achieves a recyclability of at least 50 percent for its plastic bottles in its range. The Saskia brand PET water bottles are made entirely from recycled plastic. The discounter wants to achieve a recycling rate of 100 percent for all of its own brands by 2025. Actually, 70 percent of all drinks in Germany should be sold in reusable packaging. This has been the goal of the Packaging Act since 2019. But the German beverage industry is still a long way from that. According to the Federal Environment Agency, the reusable rate in 2018 was only around 41 percent. There is a large gap between the individual segments. While the reusable quota for beer is over 80 percent, it is only 23 percent for non-alcoholic soft drinks.

Disposable or reusable?

Lobby associations, discounters and environmentalists have been arguing for years about the ecological benefits of reusable and disposable. The one-way lobby, the Association of Beverage Packaging of the Future, whose shareholders are Red Bull, Pepsi, Aldi and Lidl, argues that there is significantly more traffic with returnable glass bottles. Because compared to the compressed one-way plastic bottles, there is less space on a truck. In addition, the empties then have to be driven back and forth. Reusable advocates like Deutsche Umwelthilfe oppose that one-way bottles are only filled in a few places in Germany and therefore have to cover a lot of kilometers.

Start-ups bring new innovations

The beverage industry is hoping for new innovations. These could further increase the recyclability of PET bottles in the foreseeable future. Coca-Cola is working with the Dutch start-up Ioniqa Technologies. It has developed a process that breaks down plastic into its individual components, the monomers. The separated materials are cleaned and then reassembled into new plastic. The technology of the French start-up Carbios sounds even more revolutionary. The company has found a “plastic eater”. With a new enzyme they manage to break down a PET bottle by 90 percent within a few hours, i.e. to break it down into its components. A new plastic granulate is formed from the molecules. Carbios will build a pilot plant in Clermont-Ferrand by the middle of the year. PepsiCo, Nestlé Waters and Orangina Schweppes are cooperating with the start-up.

Instead of glass or plastic: Cola could in future also be available in paper bottles like this one.

Paper bottle as an alternative?

Meanwhile, Coca-Cola and Carlsberg are working on an (almost) plastic-free alternative: the paper bottle. The beer brewer Carlsberg has been experimenting with bottles made of wood fiber for two years. Coca-Cola is now testing the prototype of a paper bottle in Hungary. It consists of a paper sleeve with a plastic lining. Both Coca-Cola and Carlsberg rely on the innovative strength of the Danish start-up Paboco. Coca-Cola sees the paper bottle as a further step towards the “world without rubbish”. There are still many steps to be taken.

Designer Lily Hoang recycles old fabrics into luxury handbags. (Photo: Thu Minh / Vietnam +) Coming to Amily store (Thai Ha, Dong Da), you will be immediately attracted by small and beautiful fashion items such as sparkling stone handbags, luxurious designs mixed with a little classic. But few know that they are made from old fabric and recycled plastic thanks to the skillful hands of the Amily artists. Extend the life cycle for each item The AmReborn (I Reincarnate) project has just been launched since mid-March, but has quickly received the love and support of many people. This is a project cherished for more than a year by Lily Hoang, founder of Amlily, a handmade party accessories maker. Since she was a child, she has loved the food handmade beautiful. As an adult, working in design and fashion, she has the opportunity to pursue her passion. A display corner of recycled products. (Photo: Thu Minh / Vietnam +) Lily Hoang’s first recycled product set was a set of bags, purses and fashion accessories made from peacock covers. She gave things to her mother and she was very touched, encouraging her daughter to continue to be creative. Sharing the significance of the AmReborn project, Lily Hoang said recycling can help people store souvenirs in a different form. At the same time, recycling is also a way for people to save and reduce consumption costs when taking advantage of second hand. In addition, the most important meaning of recycling is to help reduce waste in the environment, extending the life cycle of each item. “I do it first because myself is also someone who cares about the environment. After that, I hope everyone will join hands to protect the environment more together, ”said Lily Hoang. AmReborn is currently implementing the activity of “giving away old goods – getting new things back.” Each person can exchange 5 second hand items for a recycled gift from AmReborn. Second hand collection is also the first activity for AmReborn to source products to recycle. In particular, the proceeds from the sale of recycled goods will be used to build the “Am Thank Fund”. Lily Hoang intends to use this fund to donate to people with difficult circumstances, people with disabilities … It is known that the project AmReborn Lily Hoang has also created jobs for many people with special circumstances: autistic people, people with inferiority complex in the LGBT community, housewives, students, … Lily Hoang’s AmReborn project became clearer and came true. “They are very concerned about community issues, are conscious of environmental protection, so they also affect me a lot. You have been with me for a long time, when there are people who share the same direction and support, I believe the project will go on for a long time, ”shared Lily Hoang. The handbag is carefully recycled from the old fabric. (Photo: NVCC) Tran Thi Mai (Thai Ha, Dong Da), a recycling artist in Amlily also said: “I am a person who is very concerned about the environment. From going to the market, I also carry cloth bags, containers, and do not use plastic. So when Mrs. Ly gives the project idea, I support it very much. The first is to be economical, the second is to be able to turn the things that we rarely use into useful ones, we use them more often, for longer and reduce the amount of waste in the environment. ” I reincarnated , How about you? Many people know of this project sent second hand to AmReborn with the desire to “regenerate” them. In a way, the mementos – heirlooms filled with memories of the previous generation for the next generation are revived in a modern, convenient, economical way but still retain the precious meaning of the past. Old things such as clothes, clothes, skirts, blankets, … with all materials collected by AmReborn and used as much as possible for recycling. Lily Hoang said: To create a new item from old materials, AmReborn must classify fabrics, design and design suitable for that fabric or according to the request of the orderer. To make products more fashionable and beautiful, you need to attach stones, draw or embroider them. But AmReborn also minimizes the use of new items, takes advantage of all that can be recycled, does not create additional burden on the environment in the future. With many years of experience in designing handmade fashion products, Lily Hoang and a team of AmReborn artisans recycle many unique products. The things that seemed to be the time to leave were joined, patched up to create a harmonious whole, extending the life cycle. Finished products can be handbags, purses, flower buttons, necklaces, headbands, shoes, sandals, … All products are handmade. Artisan studded the recycled products to be more eye-catching and trendy. (Photo: Thu Minh / Vietnam +) Since it is recycled, each item is very special. It contains a story, bringing memories from the past to the future that everyone loves. Bui Hao (Thai Ha, Dong Da) when coming to AmReborn to donate old things, shared: “Following AmReborn on Facebook for a long time, I think this is a very good activity. My important items and gifts such as clothes that are no longer in use but if I want to keep them for a long time, can be recycled into bags or other suitable items for me. Furthermore, recycling it into something for a longer time can limit the waste going to the environment. ” Reusing is not only economical, but also shows a respectful attitude toward objects and the environment. The humanistic project of Lily Hoang and her associates makes people wonder what to do with old items, important gifts, and memorabilia that are sometimes left in a corner of the closet./.

Anyone who can sew can participate in it. This technique is similar to the Japanese Kintsugi technique in which broken crockery is repaired with yellow glue so that cracks remain visible. From Instagram to the couture runway, sustainable fashion recycling and development is hotter than ever. Some fashion brands have been tinkering and researching with fabrics. For example, Loewe introduced Jonathan Anderson’s multi-material coats and skirts, while Hermès introduced the patchwork-style bomber jacket. To do it yourself, simply fix a hole in the garment with a patch and add colorful strands if desired. You can also knit in the damage, sew a nice patch over it, or emphasize the gaps by creating a colorful border around it. Elsewhere, you can disguise the stain with a hook or patch on it or with a colorful thread around it. Wear areas are reinforced with prominent stitches. “Invisible mending” and “Visible mending” The patchwork is often not visible because we often try to hide the stitches into the fabric as best we can. Usually it’s a patch from the back and it’s tucked away. With “Visible mending”, you are highlighting the cuts and damage in the garment, adding decorative details and artistic stitching to create an even nicer spot where the tear is. “Visible mending” is most commonly practiced on woven, structured fabrics such as cotton or denim, although decorating using yarn on knitted fabrics is also becoming a popular DIY trend. It is also possible to fix on stretch denim, but may result in some creases at the edges. The stitching style and materials used can be inspired by Japanese techniques such as sashiko and boro, although it may not adhere to traditional principles strictly. Sashiko embroidery originated many centuries ago in Japan as a “custom of the people”. Usually, it is done during the colder months by women who repair and sew clothes for their families. Traditionally, its run stitching will be done on indigo dyed fabric with white thread, and patterns can range from simple mesh lines to complex geometrical patterns. Especially with the sashiko, the stitches are about six inches long, and to give it that simplicity and beauty, the gaps between the gaps are slightly smaller. The art here is to make it completely uniform, so that all the gaps between them are equal. There is an order and a sequence of how you are stitching and certain rules must be followed, such as when two lines intersect. Boro is an increasingly popular embroidery technique that uses a running stitch to connect the fabric patches, creating a patchwork-like effect.

With this project, designer Xuan Le received the support of many famous artists such as Miss Thu Thuy, Miss Ngoc Han, runner-up Thuy Van, couple runner Phuong Nga – actress Binh An, Miss Duong Thuy Linh, Miss Phi Thuy Linh, singer Quynh Nga, MC Quynh Chi… Artists together supported the project when giving old clothes to the designer to recycle with a new look. The denim outfit with unique pieces is made up of many old clothes of the whole family of runner-up Thuy Van. Designer Xuan Le dotted with hand-embroidered flowers and feathers to make the outfit more impressive. So far, designer Xuan Le and her team have made a collection of 10 completely new app looks with modern and trendy designs. Xuan Le said, “Style Reborn” project is a difficult problem. You have to use all your creativity to bring a “new life” to old clothes. With 20 years of experience in the profession, she uses her strengths in tailoring, making cheese, hand embroidery to perfect this collection. In the “Style Reborn” photo set taken on the right spring, designer Xuan Le chose “Trendy Girl” – Khanh Linh to make the muse put on recycled outfits with meaningful environmental messages. Amidst the green space of nature and expensive art paintings at Lavelle Library Studio by actress Do Thi Hai Yen and her husband, designer Xuan Le’s recycled collection seems to add new vitality. Each item has a profound story that the public can hardly know if you look at it from the outside. Designer Xuan Le said that she will give “Style Reborn” collection to Hoa Sua vocational school, where many disabled students are studying. The beige yellow pants of runner-up Thuy Van’s father were used by designer Xuan Le as a material for a low-shoulder shirt, feminine arms and skirt legs split with harmonious horizontal lines. The wool cut from the customer’s old shirt also becomes part of the shirt. Miss Thu Thuy’s dress and runner Phuong Nga under the hands of designer Xuan Le turned into flying wings. Another stylish set of clothes is different from a croptop shirt, with a pair of shorts also using the old clothes of runner-up Thuy Van’s father and some other customers. The old skirt of runner-up Phuong Nga and the old pants of runner-up’s son Thuy Van are used to create sexy and trendy bras. This stylish clothing set is made up of 7 different old suits. Particularly the shirt with fringed pieces was assembled from the old clothes of MC Quynh Chi, runner-up Thuy Van, Miss Phi Thuy Linh and singer Quynh Nga. And the leggings used 3 other old items. The black and white dress has a long sleeve, the waist is made up of two old shirts. From old shirts and old pants of two men, designer Xuan Le transformed into a set of high fashion clothes for women.

A large number of customers and many famous artists such as Miss Thu Thuy, Miss Ngoc Han, runner-up Thuy Van, couple runner Phuong Nga – actress Binh An, Miss Duong Thuy Linh, Miss Phi Thuy Linh, ca Dr. Quynh Nga, MC Quynh Chi… together supported the project when donating old clothes to the famous designer to ‘recycle’. Based on old clothes, designer Xuan Le and her team have made a collection of 10 completely new app looks with modern and trendy designs. Designer Xuan Le said that the project “Style Reborn” is a difficult song because she has to use all her creativity to bring a new life to old clothes. The clothes have different designs and different materials, so combining them to make a fashion work requires a lot of time and effort. With 20 years of experience in the profession, she uses her strengths in tailoring, making cheese, hand embroidery to perfect this collection. In the “Style Reborn” photo set taken on the right spring, designer Xuan Le chose “Trendy sister” – Khanh Linh to be a muse wearing recycled outfits and a meaningful environmental message. In the midst of the green space of nature and expensive art paintings at the Lavelle Library Studio of actor Do Hai Yen’s family, designer Xuan Le’s recycled collection seems to add new vitality. Each item has a profound story that the public can hardly know if you look at it from the outside. “Style Reborn” collection was given by designer Xuan Le to Hoa Sua vocational school, where many disabled students are studying. Photo: Nguyen Minh Duc
Creative Director: Huong Color
Stylist: Huyen Gin
Makeup & Hair: Tung Chau Perform: Tuan Anh

Photo: Come here Refill Station In addition to being known as a shop that sells environmental and easy-to-recycle appliances, Come here Also a good library for green living community with about 100 books on green living, environmental protection, kind living … It is also a place where everyone in the community can contribute, share and receive free vegetable, tree, and flower seeds. Come here also supports collecting old batteries, phone cases, old bottles … and bringing them to the right recycling place. In addition, the shop also has corners filled with sticky notes exchanging many useful information about green lifestyles. Photo: Come here Refill Station Photo: Come here Refill Station Photo: Come here Refill Station The bar space is extremely green , faintly pleasant natural scent. We can say, Here is really successful when inspiring any visitor. Many people have responded extremely positively to the restaurant. Ms. Nancy Pham shared: “Thank you shop for inspiring me to start a greener life, with less harm to the surroundings”. Photo: Come here Refill Station Photo: Come here Refill Station The Yen Concept – Green cool garden in the middle of the city Photo: The Yen Concept The Yen Concept is a project formed with the desire that people will love and live more environmentally friendly from understanding, loving and taking care of trees. If you nurture your love for trees, you can transform any corner of the house into a mini garden with vines, canopies, shade trees … Anyone can become one. Gardeners love life and hard work. Photo: The Yen Concept Photo: The Yen Concept Yen sells trees, planting tools, potted plants of all sizes, beautiful picture frames with flowers and plants … Yen also has services. décor Potted plants serve on demand, suitable for the size of your room. In addition, if you want to learn more about caring for plants, Yen also organizes sessions workshop Planting is extremely useful. Not only teen but tween and parents are also attracted! Photo: The Yen Concept

The campaign “Music Takes Us Further” of TOMMY JEANS in Spring 2021 is based on the longstanding musical heritage of the brand. The campaign is brought to life by a combination of creative talents including musicians like Jay Park, poets and activists from many different walks of life. Each person shares their unique perspectives on using music to foster social change, inspiring fans to build a sustainable future with the message “Wastes Nothing and Welcomes All”. The collection TOMMY JEANS Spring 2021 brings a modern and powerful change in the classical style. To continue the brand’s ambitious sustainability mission, high-tech innovations create materials that are ever more sustainable. Since then Tommy has introduced 100% recycled denim fabric created using an innovative technique to blend bed sheets with other recycled cotton materials, far exceeding the usual average of 30% cotton. Recycling. Water-saving treatment technology helps Tommy save up to 50 liters of water per garment compared to similar denim types. TOMMY JEANS is Tommy Hilfiger’s youth fashion brand, inspired by the simple and modern classic American style denim. Perform: Tuan Anh

Tobacco factory of BAT (British American Tobacco) – Vinataba Joint Venture Company in Dong Nai Previously, the National Assembly passed the Law on Environmental Protection in 2020, with additional regulations on minimizing, reusing, recycling and treating plastic waste; restrict the use of disposable plastic products and persistent plastic bags; encourage the production of environmentally friendly products to replace traditional plastic products. This is an important legal basis for Vietnam to strengthen the management, reuse, recycling, treatment and reduction of plastic waste in the coming time as well as promote international cooperation in this field. In parallel with the solution in terms of policy, with the role of state management on environmental protection, ministries, agencies, especially the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment have actively coordinated with localities and organizations. politics – society, businesses organize propaganda to raise community awareness about waste and sustainable development. BAT has provided more than 26 million seedlings free of charge to farmers in Cao Bang, Lang Son, Gia Lai, Tay Ninh, Dak Lak and Dong Nai provinces, on an area of ​​more than 11,300 hectares. Up to now, the awareness of enterprises, especially related to production and business, on measures to reduce waste, protect the environment and become responsible corporate citizens has been raised. Large manufacturing companies, both at home and abroad, such as Saigon Paper, Vinamilk, HEINEKEN Vietnam, Nestle Vietnam, May 10, Unilever Vietnam or BAT Vietnam … are showing their responsibility for sustainable development. me. For example, Saigon Paper, over the years, has applied automation technology – saving energy and raw materials – fuel to expand production at its factory, building wastewater treatment systems. for the whole factory. Or HEINEKEN Vietnam is continuing to apply the circular economic model in facilities across the country. By 2019, 5 out of 6 factories of this business have used 100% renewable heat, 100% of bottles and kegs after being released to the market will be returned to the factory, 100% of beer cans. Recyclable, more than 2,000 tons of CO2 emissions are also cut from optimization of logistics and distribution. Besides, p Sustainable development is always the top goal of British American Tobacco (BAT) in the world as well as in the British American Tobacco Vietnam (BAT Vietnam). Activities to conserve natural resources such as saving water, being active in protecting forest resources, avoiding soil erosion, maintaining soil fertility, managing energy … are all important factors. that BAT wants to create a sustainable agriculture. The tobacco factory of BAT (British American Tobacco) – Vinataba Joint Venture Company in Dong Nai has always been the leading unit in implementing these activities. Waste sources such as medicinal steam from the drying system, production wastewater … have not been discharged into the environment but are reused, committing that no waste will be buried. Not only that, the company also actively collects and uses rainwater instead of source water. Along with the A standard, the wastewater system of the BAT-Vinataba plant has been used for the deodorizing system and other water-saving activities of the plant. Thereby, the BAT-Vinataba joint venture has saved an annual amount of water, from 2.2 m3 / ton of product (2014) to 1.82 m3 / ton of product (2020). According to the Environmental, Social and Governance – ESG 2020 report of BAT, during the past 18 years (2002-2020) in Vietnam, BAT has provided more than 26 million seedlings for free to farmers in Cao Bang, Lang Son, and Gia provinces. Lai, Tay Ninh, Dak Lak and Dong Nai, on an area of ​​more than 11,300 hectares. These contributions contribute to the greening of cultivated land and barren hills as well as bringing economic benefits to farmers in participating localities. These are remarkable efforts of this business. BAT also actively supports many programs on afforestation, biodiversity and environmental conservation, with 14 projects in 9 countries, by the end of 2020. In 2020, BAT has installed and used solar energy in factories in eight countries, including Brazil, South Africa and Pakistan. BAT plans to expand the installation of two more locations in 2021. In its ESG 2020 report, BAT stated that the Group’s goal is to increase the number of users of non-flammable (smoke-free) products to 50 million people, commitment to environmental protection, carbon neutralization by 2030; In the next 5 years, BAT will move to eliminate plastic packaging, use recyclable or compostable packaging; BAT will also increase the amount of water reused to 30% and 100% of the production sites will be free of landfill waste and fully renewable energy use.

As one of the pioneering designers of the sustainable fashion trend, one year ago, designer Xuan Le started the project ‘Style Reborn’ with the message of environmental protection. A lot of customers and many famous artists such as HH Thu Thuy, HH Ngoc Han, runner-up Thuy Van, couple runner Phuong Nga – actress Binh An, HH Duong Thuy Linh, HH Phi Thuy Linh, singer Quynh Nga , MC Quynh Chi… jointly supported the project by giving old clothes to the famous designer to ‘recycle’. Based on old clothes, designer Xuan Le and her team have made a collection of 10 completely new app looks with modern and trendy designs.

Designer Xuan Le said that the project ‘Style Reborn’ is a difficult song because she has to use all her creativity to bring a ‘new life’ to old clothes. The clothes have different designs and different materials, so combining them to make a fashion work requires a lot of time and effort. With 20 years of experience in the profession, she uses her strengths in tailoring, making cheese, hand embroidery to perfect this collection.

The ‘Style Reborn’ collection was given to Hoa Sua vocational school by designer Xuan Le, where many disabled students are studying.

In the photo set ‘Style Reborn’ made on the occasion of spring, designer Xuan Le chose ‘Trendy Girl’ – Khanh Linh to be the muse wearing recycled outfits and a meaningful environmental message. Amidst the green space of nature and expensive art paintings at Lavelle Library Studio by actress Do Thi Hai Yen and her husband, designer Xuan Le’s recycled collection seems to add new vitality. Each item has a profound story that if you look at it from the outside, it is difficult for the public to know.

The denim outfit with unique pieces is made up of many old clothes of the whole family of runner-up Thuy Van. Designer Xuan Le dotted with hand-embroidered flowers and feathers to make the outfit more impressive. In addition, the detail of embroidery thread between the pieces of fabric is like a symbol for the bond of love between Thuy Van’s family members. The Vietnam runner-up in 2008, when looking at the clothes made by designer Xuan Le, was very surprised and did not think this was a work from old clothes of her family.

The beige yellow pants of runner-up Thuy Van’s father were used by designer Xuan Le as a material for a low-shoulder shirt, feminine arms and skirt legs with harmonious horizontal lines. The wool cut from the customer’s old shirt also becomes part of the shirt.

Another stylish set of clothes is different from a croptop shirt, with a pair of shorts also using the old clothes of runner-up Thuy Van’s father and some other customers.

The old skirt of runner-up Phuong Nga and the old pants of runner-up Thuy Van are used to create sexy and trendy bras.

Miss Thu Thuy’s dress and runner-up Phuong Nga under the hands of designer Xuan Le turned into flying wings.

This stylish clothing set is made up of 7 different old suits. Particularly the shirt with fringed pieces was assembled from the old clothes of MC Quynh Chi, runner-up Thuy Van, HH Phi Thuy Linh and singer Quynh Nga. And the leggings used 3 other old items.

The black and white dress has a long sleeve, the waist is made up of two old shirts.

From old shirts and old pants of two men, designer Xuan Le transformed into a set of high fashion clothes for women.

The number of car charging stations is increasing globally and also in Vietnam.

The energy provided for electric vehicles is increasingly clean

The REN21 Global Renewable Energy (GSR) Report of 2020 (Global Multilateral Renewable Energy Policy Network) shows that, over the past 5 years, the renewable energy sector has reached its speed. 3 times higher than electricity produced from nuclear and fossil fuels.

“When the grid becomes ‘greener’, using electric vehicles will be more perfect ”, Gordon Bauer – electric vehicle researcher at the International Council for Clean Transport in San Francisco (USA) said. According to expert Gordon Bauer, the current innovative grid model will help improve the environmental efficiency of electric vehicles around the world.

The evidence is a study by scientists at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California (USA) that if all personal vehicles in the US are powered by electricity, each year, the country will lose 46%. greenhouse gas (0.5 gigatons CO2 equivalent) compared to conventional fossil fuel cars.

This is what environmental activists expect. Anne Laurent, president of the All-European Environmental Union, admits the members “have no doubts” about the positive impact this vehicle can have on the planet.

“We do not expect a perfect solution. Therefore, we are delighted that electric vehicles deliver positive environmental indicators“Ms. Laurent said in a report released at the end of 2020.

In Vietnam, green vehicles are also developing with the launch of private cars and VinFast electric buses. And look at “National energy development strategy to 2030, vision to 2045” – with the goal that the renewable energy in the total primary energy supply will reach 15 – 20% by 2030 and increase to 25-30% by 2045 we have the right to hope for a “green future, clean air” when clean cars are powered by clean electricity.

Electric vehicle batteries are too expensive to be … garbage

In addition to generating electricity, environmental activists have been concerned about the fate of electric vehicle battery blocks after they have run out of “trumps”. Elon Musk was the “victim” of this wave of protest. But in fact, electric car batteries can not be thrown away because … too expensive, even after the expiry date.

The reason is that the prices of cobalt, lithium, nickel and the metals used in lithium-ion batteries have skyrocketed as the electric car race intensifies between manufacturers across Asia to Europe and the US. Therefore, all electric car manufacturers are researching and announcing solutions to handle expired batteries with battery recycling technology.

“To meet electric vehicle battery demand in the next 10 years, the industry will need 1.5 million tons of lithium, 1.5 million tons of graphite, 1 million tons of nickel and 500,000 tons of manganese. Today, the world produces less than a third of that material ”Sam Jaffe, CEO of Cairn ERA, an energy consulting firm in the US, told CNBC.

Some studies show that recycling can recover between 95 and 98 percent of the nickel, cobalt, copper, aluminum, and more than 80 percent of the battery’s lithium. Ms. Celina Mikolajczak, Vice President of Battery Technology and Technology at Panasonic Energy North America, said that the battery recycling industry will be a billion-dollar land with the development of electric vehicles.

“There are so many benefits to recycling and it would be really stupid if we didn’t take advantage of the old battery cells’ ability to make the next generation.”Ms. Celina Mikolajczak confirmed.

This excellent solution not only eliminates the worry of running out of production materials, but also removes electric vehicle batteries from the burden of the environment.

There are more than 50 companies around the world engaged in the recycling of lithium-ion batteries of varying sizes, most of them concentrated in China (more than 20 companies), followed by Korea (6 companies), followed by the EU, Japan, Canada and the US. Even global tech giant Amazon hasn’t overlooked this potential by investing $ 2 billion in Redwood Materials, a battery recycling startup founded by former Tesla chief JB Straubel. Redwood Materials is also responsible for recycling electric vehicle batteries for Tesla.

In addition to recycling batteries for reuse for electric vehicles themselves, a series of projects to utilize old batteries have been implemented recently by car manufacturers. Toyota has a project to connect old electric vehicle batteries with solar panels to power 7-Eleven stores in Japan; Nissan is using old batteries to power the small robots; Renault is working with its partners to introduce static energy storage systems made of old electric vehicle batteries … Other car manufacturers such as Audi, BMW, Lucid Motors or Proterra … are also incorporating reusable principles into their designs. the battery.

“We believe that the ‘second life’ battery will become an independent business and cannot be disposed of as trash.”, Weiland Bruch, BMW spokesman forecasts.

When the final concern was that electric vehicle batteries turned into environmental waste were completely eliminated – it’s easy to understand why green cars are supported by environmental activists around the world. And that will also be the green future that we need to move towards to escape the country’s “scandal” of the “two-wheeled gas factories” that international indicators set for Vietnam.