Retired DHL uniforms repurposed as chic accessories in Redress program
The initiative aimed to build awareness of sustainable fashion in Hong Kong and demonstrate how to breathe new life into retired apparel.
Hong Kong sustainable fashion retailer Hula launches the Style-Suite pop-up
From November 9 to December 8, the event offers fashionistas and upcyclers to explore selected pre-loved ready-to-wear.
FedEx upcycles old uniforms and shipping materials in green push
Anthony Leung, MD, FedEx HK and Macau, said the Hong Kong team has been exploring different solutions to minimise its operational footprint.
Rimowa’s new bags are “trash” – in a good way
The Signature collection includes a large flap backpack, a duffle bag, and a sliding tote.
Flor De Caña brings back its sustainable cocktail challenge
From July 1 to 31 July, competitors will compete in local finals before moving on to the Apac regionals.
Scientists develop titanium alloys from low-grade materials using 3D printing
Lead researcher, Professor Ma Qian from RMIT said the team applied circular economy thinking to their design, to transform industrial waste and low-grade materials into valuable titanium alloys.
15 fine-dining restaurants around the world with plant-based options
With the number of people moving to a lifestyle of eating less meat, cafes, restaurants, fast food joints and even fine-dining restaurants have begun offering plant-based options on their menus.
SeaDifferently: A reusable toothbrush made from ocean plastic
The company has used natural bio-plastic filament and recycled post-consumer plastic to produce replaceable brush heads, while recycled ocean plastic has been collected to make the durable handle.
Pret A Manger commits to eliminating plastic
The brand will introduce plastic-free lids for all hot beverages, will sell reusable cups and cutlery, and offer rewards for customers who bring their own keep cups.
Meet The Good Cup: A fully sustainable takeaway coffee cup – lid included
The sustainable takeaway cup also packs flat, saving storage space and energy during transport, and is designed so that the top flap is built into the cup itself, folding and locking into place when closed to create a “lid”.
German plant-based skincare brand Studio Botanic launches in Hong Kong
Founded on the principle of “less is more,” the brand uses fewer ingredients than traditional cosmetics to minimise its environmental impact.
Nespresso reveals the sustainable circular journey of making coffee – from capsule to cup to table
Customers can witness how an on-site recycler separates coffee capsules from the coffee grounds and recycles the aluminum to make second-life products.
Retykle collects second hand children’s clothes at K11 pop up
A curated edit from the more than 2500 designer kids clothing items will feature hundreds of new and gently used items during the event.
How to teach kids about sustainability
There are many small and easy actions that the whole family can start doing at home to incorporate more eco-friendly habits.
Coca-Cola’s Bonaqua launches first ‘label-less’ bottles
A transition to label-less bottles is part of Coca-Cola’s World Without Waste initiative that rolled out in 2018, that aims to “collect and recycle a bottle or can for every one it sells” by 2030.