On the afternoon of November 12th, in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam Food Bank Network, in collaboration with the Danish Embassy in Vietnam and the Danish Veterinary and Food Agency, officially launched the "Guide to Recycling Food Waste".
Accordingly, the event marks an important step forward within the framework of the Vietnam-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership, aiming to reduce food waste, decrease greenhouse gas emissions, and promote a circular economy model, contributing to the fulfillment of the commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050.
Vietnamese and Danish delegates join hands to demonstrate their commitment to cooperation towards green goals and reducing food waste. Photo: Tran Phi.
The handbook comprises five chapters, providing detailed guidance on sorting, reusing, and recycling food waste, while also introducing practical models from the Vietnam Food Bank Network. The publication is based on the experience and international standards of Denmark, a pioneering country in waste management and green economic development, and has been adapted to suit Vietnamese conditions.
According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, up to 1.3 billion tons of food are lost or wasted each year, equivalent to one-third of global production. Vietnam is also facing this situation as the amount of food waste in urban areas and industrial zones is increasing rapidly, putting great pressure on the environment and waste treatment systems.
Ms. Sanne Høj Andrén, Food and Agriculture Counsellor at the Danish Embassy in Vietnam, stated: “Denmark and Vietnam share a common goal of sustainable development. We look forward to sharing experiences and best practices in food waste management, creating positive change at the community level.”
In addition to publishing the Handbook, the Vietnam Food Bank Network also implements many green models such as recycling organic by-products into fertilizer, student canteens, and a chain connecting farms and businesses to rescue agricultural products.
The "Food Waste Recycling Guide" is a handbook that provides guidance on sorting, reusing, and recycling leftover food effectively and sustainably. Photo: Tran Phi.
Mr. Nguyen Tuan Khoi, Founding Chairman of the Vietnam Food Bank Network, emphasized: "This handbook not only guides people on how to do things but also inspires each citizen to become self-aware, working together to reduce food waste and protect the planet."
Furthermore, this initiative contributes to the achievement of the United Nations' sustainable development goals and demonstrates Vietnam and Denmark's commitment to long-term cooperation for a green and sustainable future.
Source: https://nongnghiepmoitruong.vn/viet-nam--dan-mach-chung-tay-tai-che-rac-thai-thuc-pham-d783913.html
Comment (0)