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In Vietnam, entrepreneurs are developing reusable straw alternatives from rice, targeting the massive consumption of plastic straws in Indonesia. Such innovations are driven by government policies, consumer demand, and a societal shift toward sustainability. These practices not only lessen environmental impact but also open new markets worth billions.

Food Waste as a Circular Resource

Food production and consumption have a profound environmental footprint, with roughly one-third of all food produced never reaching consumers. Waste in landfills produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas, and food waste accounts for nearly as much emissions as entire nations.