Hanoi
Locals join “Gifts for Recyclable waste” event
The event, taking place every Saturday from March 20- April 10, is part of the overall efforts to promote a green, clean and beautiful Hanoi.
Kinh te & Do Thi (Economic & Urban) Newspaper in collaboration with Lang Ha district People’s Committee and Hanoi Urban Environment Company (Urenco) held the “Gifts for Recyclable waste” event, which has received positive responses from locals.
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| The event, taking place every Saturday from March 20- April 10, is part of the overall efforts to promote a green, clean and beautiful Hanoi. |
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| Locals are advised to sort waste for recycling, a key solution to protect the environment and address pollution issues. |
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| Recyclable waste is separated into three groups which are paper, plastic and metal. |
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| On March 20, locals bring their recyclable waste to the collection point at Economic & Urban Newspaper, located at 21 Huynh Thuc Khang, Dong Da district to exchange for gifts. |
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| Waste brought to the collection point are weighed, the amount would later be converted to points for being exchanged for gifts. |
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| “I bring my kid here to raise his awareness on environmental protection,” said Vu Hoai Nam from Hai Ba Trung district. |
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| During the event, locals are also instructed on measures to separate wastes and protect the environment. |
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| Locals can receive gifts based on their points. |
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| “I and my friends bring waste here to support the event,” said Vu Thi Sinh from Dong Da district, adding such event helps people better understand the importance of waste management. |
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| Smiles on people’s face during the event. |
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| In the morning of March 20, the event receives a total of 200 kilograms of waste. |
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