Tiếng Việt
A Science and Technology Organization under the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations (VUSTA)
Building Vietnam's Zero-Waste Movement Through Coastal Strongholds (2018 – 2021)
Phu Yen in Action for Zero-Waste (2022 – 2024)
Zero-Waste School Program in Phu Yen Province (04/2024 – 12/2024)
Reducing Plastic Waste through Zero-Waste Practices (2022 – 2025)
Women Taking Action to Reduce Plastic Waste (10/2021 – 09/2022)
Empowering Women in the Plastic Waste Recycling Chain (06/2022 – 12/2024)
Enhancing the Capacity and Collaboration of Women in Community Waste Management in Phu Yen (04/2022 – 01/2023)
Accelerating Efforts to Reduce Ocean Plastic Waste (11/2024 – 06/2025)
Total Funding: Over 8.2 billion VND, contributed by eight international organizations and development partners.
Direct Beneficiaries: More than 36,000 people, including:
Over 22,000 students and 1,200 teachers and staff in participating schools;
More than 100 women working in informal waste management, supported through livelihood assistance and training programs;
Over 13,000 residents and tourists engaged with community-based Zero Waste models.
Significant Waste Reduction:
Nearly 200 tons of waste diverted from landfills each school year;
Reduction of more than 10,000 plastic bags per month in local markets;
Decrease of 167 kg of plastic waste per month in hotels, offices, and homestays.
Establishment and Expansion of Effective Models:
Zero Waste Schools;
Zero Waste Markets, Hotels, Restaurants, Homestays, and Offices;
Centralized Organic Composting Model.
Policy Impact:
Contributed to the development of four provincial plans and policies, including:
Reduction of single-use plastics by 2030;
Source separation of solid waste;
Provincial action plan for a “Green – Clean – Beautiful” Phu Yen;
Integration of gender equality in waste management.
Promoting Gender Equality and Sustainable Livelihoods:
Through training sessions, insurance support, financial assistance, and partner linkages for women working in the informal sector.
