Green group urges Hong Kong to cut excessive e-commerce packaging waste
A leading green group has urged Hong Kong to align with coming national standards on excessive packaging, warning that the city generated at least 2.7 million kg (5.9 million lbs) of waste from e-commerce parcels last year. The call coincided with an online survey by non-profit group The Green Earth, which found that 60 per cent of respondents in Hong Kong considered parcel packaging excessive, while 76 per cent felt frustrated when handling the waste. Steven Chan Wing-kit, a
A prominent green group has called on Hong Kong to adopt national standards for reducing excessive e-commerce packaging waste, warning that the city generated at least 2.7 million kg of such waste last year. A recent survey found that 60% of Hong Kong respondents consider parcel packaging excessive, and 76% feel frustrated by the resulting waste. The non-profit organization, The Green Earth, is advocating for stricter regulations and industry practices to mitigate environmental impact. The call coincides with upcoming national standards, suggesting an opportunity for Hong Kong to align its policies with broader sustainability goals. Reducing packaging waste is crucial for environmental protection.
A green group's call for Hong Kong to cut excessive e-commerce packaging waste highlights the environmental impact of online shopping and the need for stricter regulations and consumer awareness.
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