Recycling program

The Earth provides us energy, water, food, and natural resources daily. Rapid population growth has resulted in increased farming and manufacturing, more greenhouse gas emissions, unsustainable use of energy, water, resources, and deforestation.

We must get involved in consuming sustainability. In simple terms, environmental sustainability is the practice of interacting with our Earth responsibly. We do it to avoid depleting natural resources and compromising the future generation’s ability to meet their daily needs

Vision & mission

Waste sorting thoroughly at the source. Make the best use of the waste resources;
Towards zero landfill waste;
Reduce 5% of waste volume /person each year.

Paper consumes program (printing paper, tissue, toilet paper)

How much paper do we consume every day and how many new trees can we plant?

Only buy paper branded produced from plantation trees and have a certificate 100% CPFM (commercial plantation forests management);
Previewing your document well before pressing “print” can help prevent wastepaper. Only print when necessary and print double-sided, except for some documents that are required to print on one side;
Reuse one-side paper to print for a reference document;
Avoid using glossy paper when not really needed;
Reduce your usage of paper towels in the washroom. Make good use of the hand dryers;
The used paper will be handed over to a competent factory to recycle and produce paper towels & tissue. The factory has a modern and environmentally friendly production system, certified with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015.

Waste management & recycling program

Waste is classified into 4 types: recycle/re-use waste (carton, paper, metal, recycled plastic; hazardous waste (chemical, batteries, equipment, …; general waste (garden waste, vegetable peels, fish bones, clam shells, used tissue, used plastic bag, snack packaging, food wrappers, foam, decal paper, …); construction waste (brick, stone, ceramic, porcelain, heat-resistant glass, …). See the detailed recycling guide here (link)
Convenience stores and catering services (catering contractors, events) do not use single-use plastic to pack take away food;
Do not use single-use plastic such as straws, plastic spoons, bowls, plates, or cups at the office;
You will get a discount when you bring your cup to buy coffee, drinks at Fresh Garden;
Refill your water bottle at 34 water fountain stations across campus;
Say “no” to food waste. You should order and buy the right amount of food; cherish every bite you eat;
Collect your e-waste and batteries to the Operation department (I-101) & Dormitory office (JA-101) for proper & free treatment.

Green event program

4.1 Communication and promotion

Consider using only electronic invitations, and request RSVPs online or by email/phone;
Avoid unnecessary paper waste and minimize poster, standee, and hot card printing. Utilize e-marketing strategies and social media to promote the event. Share handouts, agendas, and programs electronically;
When marketing the event, encourage sustainable transportation including carpooling, public transit, Vinbus, walk to event;
Encourage attendees in advance to bring their own reusable mug or water bottle for beverages and water;
Promote the green aspects of your event in marketing material and invite attendees to help reach zero/reduces waste goals;

4.2 Food and Catering and Decorating

Sustainably source a percentage of the menu for vegetarian, vegan organic at least 10% total;
Forecast the headcount to ensure appropriate ordering and serving portions to avoid unnecessary food waste. Leftover food is transferred to a catering vendor for breeding purposes;
Consider the way to serve food to reduce or eliminate the need for utensils;
Do not use single-use plastic, use reusable or compostable or biodegradable utensils (plates, cups, coffee stirrers,…);
Avoid bottled water in meetings by serving water from a pitcher, teakettle;
Use a dispenser for sugar, condiment, and salt;
Use VinUni flowers if appropriate;
Plan decorations and signs that are reusable or recyclable and decorate with live, reusable plants;
Where possible avoid additional packaging.

4.3. Waste and recycling

Think about the waste stream from your event to evaluate and think the way to reduce and collect properly;
Avoid styrofoam products and clamshell containers whenever possible;
Set up the appropriate number of recycling waste bins & general waste bins with sorting labels.