November 14, 2024

foodpanda Hong Kong and WWF-Hong Kong have partnered to launch “ECF: Choose to Reuse”, a closed-loop reusable packaging pilot program for delivery platforms in Hong Kong, which was created with the support of HK$2 million in funding. from the Environment and Conservation Fund (ECF).

In its pilot phase, foodpanda Hong Kong will provide 8,000 reusable food containers to participating restaurant partners over the next 11 months, available in two sizes-1380ml and 650ml. Users can select dishes with available container options and return the containers to nine different collection points. The program aims to offer a more sustainable option to the people of Hong Kong, encourage the public and restaurant partners to reduce waste at source, and create a more sustainable community.

Users can choose dishes with the option of reusable containers from a list of participating restaurants when ordering on foodpanda. Currently there are around 40 restaurants participating in the program such as Fairwood, Seoul Bros, Wingman, KALE, Planet Foody and TREEHOUSE. A deposit of HK$10 per container is required once the order is confirmed, applicable to delivery and pick-up orders. Users can return containers at nine different collection points located across Central, Admiralty, Wan Chai and Causeway Bay. The deposit will be returned directly and immediately to the user’s Octopus wallet upon return of the container. Reminders to return containers will also be sent to users through foodpanda via email and SMS.

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In addition, for each returned container, users will receive a HK$10 voucher which will be automatically credited to the user’s wallet within the foodpanda app and can be used in their next order from participating restaurants in the program. This will mean HK$20 voucher for two returned containers, HK$30 voucher for three returned containers and so on. To enjoy a variety of green rewards, users can also earn CW Points for every returned container in the Carbon Wallet App to redeem free MTR rides, eco-friendly products, green beauty and dining coupon.

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foodpanda will partner with Gategroup Solutions Hong Kong to clean and sanitize reusable containers. This cleaning process strictly follows the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) program, which meets global hygiene and safety standards. Christian Fischer, Managing Director of gategroup Solutions Asia Pacific “We are happy to partner with foodpanda on this exciting project, and we hope it will help further emphasize the importance of sustainability and environmental awareness.”

Ryan Lai, managing director of foodpanda Hong Kong, said: “As one of the leading on-demand online delivery platforms in Asia, foodpanda is concerned and dedicated to driving sustainable development in the industry. We have built our environment-first mission based on three key principles, including the reduction of plastic waste, the advocacy of a low-carbon lifestyle, and the way to avoid food waste. To reduce plastic waste, we launched the ‘default cutlery opt-out’ function for our customers in 2018.

“Also, we have signed an industry-wide commitment to be part of WWF’s Plastic ACTion Initiative and collectively work towards the vision of ‘No Plastic in Nature’ by 2030. According to a recent foodpanda survey, 57 % of interviewed users stated that they would order more from restaurants that offer sustainable packaging. The data points out that Hong Kong stakeholders are actively committed to pursuing sustainable choices. In the coming 11 months, we sincerely hope that more restaurant partners will be part of the program and allow us to work together to provide more environmentally friendly food options for the society,” added Lai.

Nicole Wong, CEO of WWF-Hong Kong, said: “Plastic pollution is one of the world’s most pressing issues. To solve this complex problem and achieve our ‘No Plastic in Nature’ goal by 2030, we need to work together and drive behavioral change that will reduce plastic waste and help us transition to a circular economy. For the past 40 years, WWF has actively partnered with government and all sectors of society to achieve long-term conservation goals through decision and action. We all want to transform Hong Kong into the most sustainable city in Asia.”

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