Vinh Thuc determined to build "Green Island, no plastic waste"

With high political determination and consensus of the people, Vinh Thuc commune aims to successfully build the model of "Green Island, no plastic waste" - a practical, modern and humane direction.

Implementing the two-level local government model, Vinh Thuc commune was established on the basis of merging Vinh Thuc and Vinh Trung communes, not only helping to streamline the government apparatus and make it more effective, but also creating favorable conditions for effectively exploiting available potentials. The new Vinh Thuc commune has a large natural area, rich terrain, a unique marine and island ecosystem, and pristine natural landscapes, rich in ecological tourism and community culture values.

Vinh Thuc Lighthouse - an attractive tourist destination for visitors to Vinh Thuc island commune.

From pristine beaches, clear blue water, to coastal mangrove forests and historical and cultural relics, Vinh Thuc island commune has all the conditions for green and sustainable socio -economic development. On that basis, the local Party Committee and government have identified: Environmental protection, especially reducing and eliminating plastic waste, as one of the key solutions to put the commune on the right track.

Mr. Tran Ngoc Trung, Chairman of Vinh Thuc Commune People's Committee, said: In the past time, Vinh Thuc and Vinh Trung communes (now Vinh Thuc commune) have simultaneously implemented practical and specific action programs to realize the goal of "Green island, no plastic waste". The focus is on raising public awareness, changing behavior and organizing synchronous implementation from the grassroots level. Accordingly, the locality has organized more than 450 "Green Sunday" launching sessions, mobilizing over 4,000 participants, mainly local people, youth union members, women's union members, veterans... Village roads, alleys, beaches, residential areas and public places are periodically cleaned, creating a clean and civilized landscape.

In particular, 100% of households in the commune have signed a commitment not to litter, to dispose of garbage on time and in the right place, and not to use disposable plastic bags. This is a fundamental step to form green habits and lifestyles in the community.

Currently, Vinh Thuc commune is actively implementing the model of "Waste classification - turning waste into money", instructing people to classify waste at source, compost organic waste into fertilizer. Currently, the whole commune has implemented this model in 7/7 villages, bringing about clear effects on both the environment and household economy.

In addition, the locality also implemented creative and influential models such as: "5 no, 3 clean", "Clean house - Beautiful garden", "Blooming road", "Residential area without plastic waste", contributing to changing the appearance of the new countryside towards bright - green - clean - beautiful.

Vinh Thuc Commune is determined to build a "Green Island, no plastic waste"

On the other hand, the commune also established and effectively maintained Garbage Collection Teams in the villages. One of the key factors contributing to the initial success of the “Green Island, no plastic waste” model is the synchronous participation of the entire political system and mass organizations.

Associations and unions such as the Women's Union, Youth Union, Farmers' Association, Veterans' Association... have organized many practical activities such as: Mobile propaganda, training, environmental competitions, launching the movement "Family without plastic waste", "Residential area without plastic waste", implementing campaigns to clean up the coast, plant trees, clear sewers, turn vacant lots into flower gardens, vegetable gardens... contributing to building a friendly living space, in harmony with nature, thereby spreading to every alley and every family.

People maintain the movement of Green Saturday and Sunday to clean up the environment in villages, cultural houses...

Along with propaganda and changing community behavior, Vinh Thuc also focuses on investing in a system for collecting and treating household waste. Currently, the commune has built 3 temporary waste collection points in the villages, over 80% of solid waste is collected and treated regularly. Vinh Thuc is promoting the construction of a small-scale waste incinerator to treat waste on-site, reduce transportation costs, and minimize environmental pollution.

The aspiration to build a “Green Island, no plastic waste” in Vinh Thuc is not only an environmental goal, but also a strategic orientation to develop eco-tourism and improve the quality of life for the people.

Huu Viet

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