“RE:MILK” – Revitalizing Milk Cartons to Protect the Environment, Promote a Green Lifestyle

Established in 2019, Lagom specializes in collecting and recycling beverage cartons, contributing to a green economy and reducing the environmental impact of low-value waste. Lagom currently operates two Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Its network extends to over 20 major provinces and cities, collaborating with partners such as Vinamilk, TH True Milk, and Panasonic, helping to collect millions of milk cartons and plastic waste annually.

Beyond listening to information shared by Ms. Khanh Linh, a Project Management Officer at Lagom, the students also had the opportunity to observe how the milk cartons are pre-sorted and baled by staff before being transported to the recycling plant.

Additionally, the students participated in an engaging activity called "Cup Song." Using recycled plastic plant pots, they collaboratively created rhythmic and synchronized sounds. Through this activity, Ms. Khanh Linh emphasized, "With unity, solidarity, and utmost effort, you can spread positive values to the community, helping to raise everyone's awareness about recycling milk cartons."

Ms. Ngoc Uyen, a Community Service teacher, shared, "This semester, the students had the opportunity to work with a partner and embark on a meaningful trip to the Lagom Sorting Center. This is the first year they have been introduced to the knowledge and implementation of a community project, so some initial unfamiliarity and difficulties were inevitable. However, it was easy to see the effort, hard work, and responsibility in each student. While 2,000 milk cartons may not be a huge number, I believe the students have gained a better understanding of the nature of community projects and have begun to develop the mindset of a global citizen."

A small action can create positive change, contributing to environmental protection and promoting a sustainable lifestyle. The "RE:MILK" project concludes today, but after this journey, Greenfield School believes its students have gained a deeper understanding of the importance of recycling, fostered a sense of environmental responsibility, and are ready to spread green awareness throughout the community.

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