Happy World Environment Day & Hong Kong Green Day!

What a beautiful initiative started by the United Nations in 1973. Every year on the 5th of June, we celebrate World Environment Day to bring global awareness to protect the environment. In 2013, Green Council (HK) designated the same day as Hong Kong Green Day to further help spread environmental awareness to the HK public. 

Wondering how you can contribute to the cause? Here are some simple things for you to consider!

BE A PART OF YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY

Participate in initiatives run by local organizations and companies. Try to be aware of Hong Kong’s environment and partake in beach cleanups, no-plastic drives, and more. Even simple things such as going on hikes to explore the natural beauty of Hong Kong count as baby steps!

Buy locally! You will help in reducing the carbon footprint, reducing packaging and transportation cost, and keep environmentally conscious companies alive and thriving. 

MAKE SUSTAINABLE CHOICES 

Just like SpiceBox Organics’ motto: make conscious choices. Choices that take into account sustainability and the environment. Little things such as buying only what you need so that food is not wasted, bringing your own bag to save the extra dollar spent on plastic bags, switching to plant-based meals, and using energy frugally make a difference! You can even grow a mini garden in your house. Hydroponic farm!  These things make a bigger difference when we all do it together.

TAKE THE INITIATIVE 

Set an example. Raise your voice. Write a letter to organizations or even the government if you have ideas to save the environment. Organize events with your family and friends. A simple post on social media could garner public interest! Invest in companies that are green not just by brand image but by actual actions. Companies that are plant based and socially conscious. Explore plant-based restaurants and cafes in Hong Kong and find out for yourself what you like.

What matters is that you consciously make an effort, even if it is a tiny step towards caring for the environment and making it a better place. The most important thing we need to do in order to bring about a noticeable change is to change our MINDSET! An aware mind can make conscious and informed decisions that can save our planet. Let’s do this as a community! Let’s help create a better future for us and the next generations!