2019

As waste continues to accumulate in landfills and oceans across the planet, endangering marine and wildlife, the importance of confronting plastic pollution has never been more pressing. We are running out of time and we are literally…
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Making the world a more animal-friendly place one dress/shoe at a time, today's vegan fashion has never been more chic! Using innovative materials and smart design elements, it has become a lot easier to curate a fully functional wardrobe…
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Hong Kong’s premium burger eatery Beef & Liberty has launched additional vegan options to their menu and dishes featuring the “2.0” recipe launched by Impossible Foods for all foodies to enjoy – vegan, flexitarian and meat eaters…
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In this new series, we celebrate the women who bring corporates to task from the inside, pushing for greater environmental and social forward policies. What is your full title and where do you work? I am the Founding Consultant…
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In her regular monthly column, clean beauty expert Allie Rooke picks the best foundations, with a zero-waste option to boot, all of which are free from the litany of nasties most conventional products contain. Natural or 'clean'…
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New research from Asia to the UK has revealed that microplastic pollution is much wider in scope and scale than previously imagined. The latest studies show that microplastic contamination has been found not only near industrial plants or…
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Unwind founder Michael did not intend to get into the natural beauty business. But after years of trying personal care products and watching friends and family struggling to find a good (read: toxin-free) product that actually worked, he…
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Welcome to our new Monthly Column I Quit Waste with Malaysia-based sustainability expert and waste activist Smita J. In each issue, she will asks the big questions and tackle complex environmental issues around the choices we make every…
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New research by Greenpeace East Asia and Education University reveals that Hong Kong’s seas are being swamped by plastic pollution caused by the city’s packaging habits. The comprehensive study carried out in the territory’s waters across…
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Choosing a restaurant is always challenging, especially when you’re eating out with friends that follow different diets. For those who are struggling to find places to go where your your meat-loving friends can enjoy their meal and you can…
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Oatly, the leading alternative dairy phenom from Sweden, has created a new Chinese word in an effort to revolutionise 'plant milk' consumption in the 852. New research shows that while only 12% of Hong Kong's population are fully aware of…
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A supermarket chain located in Chiang Mai, Thailand has come up with a new way to reduce single-use plastic waste. While most supermarkets sort their fresh fruit and vegetables with unnecessary plastic packaging, this grocery store has…
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Playing a transformative role in the future of a greener, cleaner world, Hong Kong's award-winning social sustainable organisation, Green Monday, has launched another strategic partnership, thus expanding its mission to tackle climate…
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Small in size but big in impact, JAHMU Tonic isn't your typical health drink- far from it, in fact. Following last year's launch of their take on the traditional Balinese healing tonic known as jamu, local wellness startup JAHMU Tonic has…
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On the 26 April 2019, the G.R.E.E.N. Hospitality Conference will be hosted by Soap Cycling and funded by the Sustainable Development Fund to develop ethical and sustainable practices in the hospitality industry. Hospitality and tourism…
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I hate veggies. I’ve never liked them and would never order them at restaurants. OK, maybe not all veggies – I am partial to French beans, carrots, watercress – but only my grandma’s watercress pork rib soup – peas, enoki mushroom and…
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Hong Kong preloved online consignment platform HULA has found a permanent home in Wong Chuk Hang with the opening of the city's first warehouse dedicated to upscale & luxury secondhand fashion. Spanning a massive 3,500 square feet, the…
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China is on the road to completely banning animal testing for cosmetic products. The Gansu Province National Medical Products Association announced that post-market testing for finished imported and domestically produced cosmetic products…
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Welcome to our new bi-monthly column about all things plant-based dining in Hong Kong. The city has become such an exciting destination for hungry herbivores of late, with openings and menu launches happening weekly. Omnis get roundups…
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After a successful launch last year, the Conscious Festival, which promises to be vegan and (almost) zero-waste, returns to Hong Kong the weekend of April 13-14 2019 at the Kerry Hotel in Hung Hom Bay with Green Queen as the official Media…
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In an attempt to fight single-use plastic waste, the upcoming Hong Kong Sevens will feature reusable pints as part of The Hong Kong Rugby Union’s (HKRU) annual Green Sevens campaign, which aims to reduce the environmental impact of the…
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