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As studies continue to investigate the impact that pervasive microplastics can have on human health, many of us are looking for practical ways to minimize our exposure to these tiny particles of plastic, and there’s no better place to start than the kitchen, where food preparation and storage create multiple touchpoints for contamination. Lisa Erdle, PhD, — a […]
Việt Nam News and Law, together with government agencies and industry leaders, are promoting Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to drive Việt Nam’s sustainable development. Nguyễn Minh, Editor-in-Chief of Việt Nam News and Law, speaks at the Green Packaging Forum 2025 on Friday in HCM City. — VNS Photo Bồ Xuân Hiệp HCM CITY — As […]
France’s food safety agency found that glass-bottled drinks, such as iced tea, lemonade, and beer, exhibited some of the highest contamination levels. The evidence showing the harmful effects of microplastics is building up. Study after study shows that microplastics are appearing in our land, food, and even in our brains. While research on how microplastics affect human health […]
Hanoi’s ban on single-use plastics within Ring Road 1 is not only a pioneering step but also a strong demonstration of its international commitment to combating plastic pollution. Hanoi Leads the Way in Cutting Single-Use Plastics Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing issues, not only in Vietnam but worldwide. According to estimates by […]
Without waiting for Hanoi to pilot its ban on single-use plastics within Ring Road 1, many eateries have already proactively shifted to green business models. Cutting Plastics Before the Ban Even before the city enforces the ban, many restaurants and cafés in Hanoi have begun using sustainable materials to replace single-use plastic products. Amid the […]
Ban on Single-Use Plastics within Ring Road 1 from 2026: Are Residents and Businesses Ready? Hanoi generates more than 1,400 tonnes of plastic waste per day According to a proposal from the Hanoi People’s Council, the city generates around 1,427 tonnes of plastic waste daily, of which over 60% consists of single-use plastics and plastic […]
