THE WEIGH-IN

Malcolm Wood, co-founder and group managing director of Maximal Concepts, goes head-to-head with Heidi Spurrell, CEO and founder of Future Green, in this month’s great debate

Is it possible to live in a zero-waste society? YES “It is possible for an individual to live a zero-waste lifestyle with the right mindset and action. This involves reducing the amount of waste generated by making conscious choices every day. This includes choosing reusable items instead of single-use plastics—for example, buying toothpaste that comes in a glass jar, instead of toothpaste tubes; composting food waste; buying food from markets instead of stores; and repurposing materials. Minimalism also plays a key role in reducing waste when individuals opt to have fewer possessions and focus instead on buying high-quality, long-lasting products. Surroundings play a big role in determining whether zero-waste choices are available, accessible and affordable. A true zero-waste society needs systemic changes to be implemented, such as improving waste management…

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Tatler Hong Kong (Digital) - 1 Issue, April 2023

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