Meituan's Green Mountain Project has cumulatively recycled 22,000 tons of plastic lunch boxes, reducing carbon emissions by 34,000 tons.

2025/08/04 17:10

Meituan, in collaboration with catering companies, has launched the "He JUBian" recycling initiative, implementing a large-scale recycling program in 22 cities through a "recycling station - sorting center" system. Consumers who recycle milk tea cups can receive vouchers. With brands like Chabaidao participating, the monthly recycling volume has exceeded 1.7 tons, boosting the recycling rate of plastic packaging by 20%.
Meituan's Green Mountain Project has cumulatively recycled 22,000 tons of plastic lunch boxes, reducing carbon emissions by 34,000 tons.

Meituan, in partnership with catering businesses, has initiated the "He聚变" recycling program. Utilizing a "Recycling Station - Sorting Center" system, they've established large-scale recycling initiatives across 22 cities. Consumers who recycle milk tea cups receive vouchers. With participation from brands like Chabaidao, monthly recycling volume has surpassed 1.7 tons, boosting the recycling rate of plastic packaging by 20%.

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Meituan's Green Mountain Project has cumulatively recycled 22,000 tons of plastic lunch boxes, reducing carbon emissions by 34,000 tons.

Meituan, in collaboration with catering companies, has launched the "He JUBian" recycling initiative, implementing a large-scale recycling program in 22 cities through a "recycling station - sorting center" system. Consumers who recycle milk tea cups can receive vouchers. With brands like Chabaidao participating, the monthly recycling volume has exceeded 1.7 tons, boosting the recycling rate of plastic packaging by 20%.

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