Recycle Plastic Bottles and Cans with KLEAN

KLEAN's first vending machine at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur

What is KLEAN?

KLEAN is a digital container deposit system in Malaysia that aims to reduce plastic waste and promote recycling as part of a broader effort to encourage sustainable practices and environmental consciousness. It operates through AI-based reverse vending machines (RVMs), where users can deposit used plastic bottles and aluminum cans. For each item recycled, users earn points, which can be exchanged for rewards such as mobile credit or discounts.

 

By connecting to the Klean Recycling App, KLEAN creates a comprehensive recycling ecosystem that integrates infrastructure, rewards, and reporting. This innovative approach not only makes recycling more accessible but also provides a tangible incentive for individuals to participate, thereby increasing the collection of recyclable materials and reducing the environmental impact of waste.

 

Apart from the blue KLEAN vending machine at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur, I also saw another one, this time yellow, at Paradigm Mall.

The list of machine locations can be found on KLEAN's website.

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Green Week at Club Med Asia Pacific Resorts (30 June - 6 July 2022)

 

Green Week at Club Med Asia Pacific resorts

According to the Sustainability at Club Med website, Green Week returns to Club Med's Asia Pacific resorts in 2022 for a second edition as part of Club Med's sustainable vision for the planet.
 

There are 7 days of green activities organized at Club Med resorts in the APAC region to raise awareness on sustainability and local development.

Since I live in Malaysia, I'd like to highlight the activities to be held at Club Med Cherating. If you'd like to find out more about activities at other Club Med resorts, please head over to their Sustainability - Green Week 2022 website.

Images below are from Sustainability at Club Med website.

Day 1: Jump back into NATURE

 

Tree planting; Mini Club seedlings planting to kickstart the young ones' first environmental sustainability journey; Amazing Family! digital treasure hunt to learn about the local culture, history and biodiversity at Club Med Cherating.

Day 2: Our ZERO FOOD WASTE agenda

 

Participate in engaging activities (e.g. cooking demonstrations) using leftover food waste and peelings.

Day 3: Live the 'WILD' LIFE

Learn how to create local animal arts & crafts using upcycled materials; discover local flora & fauna during nature walk with G.Os; learn how to make your own sustainable soap; discover how soap affects marine life at the turtle conservation workshop at Club Med Cherating.

Day 4: Bye bye PLASTICS

 

Participate in beach and mountain clean ups to preserve the local ecosystem; take part in a quiz about plastic waste to learn about the impact of single-use plastics on the environment to reduce the impact of plastic waste.

Day 5: Stand in SOLIDARITY

 

Join the Worldwide Snacks emblematic event with La Fondation and a fundraising event to be held at Club Med Cherating for the Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia, an NGO that restores depleted wild populations of critically endangered turtles in Malaysia.

 Day 6: Preserve LOCAL CULTURE

Learn about local ingredients used in local cooking in cooking classes and local food corner; discover local culture and products at local markets; support local artisans and sustainable products by purchasing local products at the Boutique.

 Day 7: AND AFTER? Work towards the future

Make the pledge to work towards the change you want to see in the world by planting your wishes for the future of our planet on their Wish Tree.

 

 

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