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Taiwan struggles with a waste crisis, facing over 100 ＂garbage mountains.＂ Despite efforts, waste production hit 12 million metric tons in 2023. Recycling rates are disputed, and Greenpeace calls for stronger waste reduction measures.

The Ministry of Environment in Taipei met with food delivery platforms and chain restaurants to address packaging waste. They discussed recycling, reusable containers, and corporate responsibility.

Discover how Taiwan is confronting the environmental and health challenges posed by microplastics in bottled water and seafood. Learn about the collective efforts to shift towards reusable containers, as highlighted by recent research and initiatives.

Eight new regulations are taking effect in Taiwan in November, covering sectors in healthcare, public transport, and the environment. The Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) is introducing sustainable deals, offering a NT$5 discount on hot beverages to passengers who bring their own reusable cups. State-funded flu vaccines will be available for individuals aged 50 to 64, and those aged 65 and over can take shots in the second phase of the pneumococcal vaccine program.

Starbucks Taiwan stopped providing free paper shopping bags on Tuesday (Aug. 1) in an effort to encourage customers to bring their own shopping bags for reuse. 

According to a study by the environmental advocacy group RE-THINK, 60% of Taiwanese are skeptical about the cleanliness of store-provided reusable cups.

Taipei will ban disposable plastic cups in December, impacting operations at more than 2,200 stores. Since July of this year, beverage stores across the city provide a NT$5 discount for customers who bring their own reusable cups. A policy that has been well received by customers.The percentage of those bringing their own cups had increased from 6% to 16%.