The Automated Food Dispenser Service, operated by Food Angel, a local NGO in Hong Kong, is an innovative program designed to provide flexible access to cook-chill meals. The initiative is particularly beneficial for individuals with irregular working hours, offering support for up to a year. It aims to ease the financial burden on those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring a reliable source of nutritious meals for those in need.​

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Since its launch, the program has distributed over 5.2 million meal boxes, with Ecoinno playing a key role by providing food containers made from 100% pure fiber material, completely free from plastic and chemical additives. These sustainable and eco-friendly containers are specifically designed for the cook-chill process, prioritizing the health and safety of vulnerable groups, including the elderly and those living in poverty.

Ecoinno Foundation is a proud supporter of Hong Kong-based KIDsforSDGs, a global youth-focused social enterprise focused on incubating future entrepreneurs addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals.​

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The company organized site visits at Hong Kong Science and Technology Park, where the company’s Mr. George Chen meet with youth advocates from Hong Kong and rest of Greater Bay Area.

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Interactive focus groups, site visit to manufacturing facilities and youth community workshops underpinned the importance of removing plastics from everyday life. It is a joint responsibility of public and private sector to realize this mission.​

In collaboration with HKUST, Ecoinno has launched a comprehensive full life-cycle recycling program for takeaway containers, aimed at promoting sustainability and reducing environmental impact. The program features highly functional meal boxes made entirely from 100% pure fiber material, free from plastic and chemical additives. To support eco-friendly dining, 15,000 zero-plastic meal boxes have been provided, alongside the installation of 25 collection bins across the HKUST campus to facilitate proper disposal and recycling.​

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As part of the initiative, kitchen food waste and used meal boxes are sent to a composting plant, where they are converted into energy, completing the circular process of waste-to-energy transformation. This partnership highlights Ecoinno’s commitment to driving sustainable practices and advancing innovative solutions for a greener future.

The Ecoinno Foundation, in collaboration with CityU, has launched an initiative under the theme “Engineering in Society.” This program highlights the introduction of Ecoinno’s revolutionary green fiber technology, a biodegradable material that offers exceptional resistance to extreme temperatures, pressure, and water.

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Ecoinno’s solution serves as a prime example of how innovative engineering can address real-world challenges while promoting sustainability. By showcasing the development and application of this cutting-edge technology, the program emphasizes the critical role engineering plays in creating solutions that benefit both humanity and the environment.

This collaboration reflects a shared vision of integrating scientific innovation with sustainable practices, inspiring the next generation of engineers to prioritize environmental responsibility while driving technological progress toward a greener future.

Ecoinno, in partnership with the Kanagawa Prefecture Government and Sagamihara City, launched a hands-on Composting Workshop aimed at promoting sustainable waste management practices. This initiative introduced participants to the benefits of composting as an eco-friendly alternative to disposing of organic waste, helping to reduce landfill contributions and support healthier ecosystems.​​The workshop provided practical demonstrations on how to transform food scraps and biodegradable materials, such as Ecoinno’s GCM® containers, into nutrient-rich compost for gardening and agriculture. By incorporating Ecoinno’s innovative green materials, the project showcased how everyday items can contribute to a circular economy and reduce environmental impact.This collaboration not only empowered local residents to adopt greener lifestyles but also served as a platform to raise awareness of sustainable waste practices. Together, Ecoinno and Kanagawa Prefecture Government aim to inspire a community-driven approach to environmental conservation, fostering a culture of sustainability for future generations.

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In line with its mission to protect the environment and promote sustainability, Ecoinno contributed to the ANA Windsurfing World Cup Yokosuka-Miura tournament by providing its innovative GCM® containers for approximately 3,000 bento meals. These biodegradable containers, made entirely from natural fiber materials, reflect Ecoinno’s dedication to reducing plastic waste and preserving the health of our oceans.

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Set against the backdrop of the sea, the tournament underscored the importance of protecting marine ecosystems. By replacing plastic with eco-friendly alternatives, Ecoinno highlighted the role of sustainable solutions in combating ocean pollution and inspired collective action for a greener future.

Food safety and security took center stage at the World Food Forum organized by UN Food and Agriculture Organization, and is a major pillar of the Global Youth Action Plan.

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Ecoinno Foundation supported youth advocates from Hong Kong presented the evolution of GCM to a full house during the conference, while those from Poland, UAE, Japan and United States described the potential to localize this innovative solution in their home markets.

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A main question asked was - how can young consumers differentiate various paper-based products when they all claim the “biodegradable” or “compostable” label?​

The World Health Organization has launched its Plastics and Health Initiative to address the health risks which exist at all stages of the plastic lifecycle, from production and use to recycling and disposal, as well as from legacy plastics in the environment.

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EcoInno Foundation supported youth advocates from 13 countries including Hong Kong SAR, China, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Canada, United States and more visited Geneva to attend the inaugural simulation at WHO HQ. They discussed and debated the increasing evidence about the consumption and inhalation of microplastics and the need for better waste management practices, which are becoming central to public health discussions.

The Foundation has supported Youth advocates from China, Japan, United Kingdom, Canada and United States attend UN World Oceans Day 2024 Conference in New York.

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Through academic presentations, university-led workshops, youth events and more, the topic of microplastics and its impact on ocean health and sustainability is widely addressed. In particular, the issue on ingestion of microplastics infiltrated aquaculture is the focus on key upcoming research.

At the most important UN conference of the year, the UN General Assembly, youth advocates from Hong Kong, China, Singapore, India, UAE, Canada and US convened in New York to advance initiatives tied to the historic UN Plastics Treaty signed by 175 countries in March 2022.

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More than 1,000 civil society groups, hundreds of scientists and numerous government representatives had called on the UN to address the root causes of plastics pollution.

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The concept of GCM was introduced to leaders of UNESCO, UNEP, Columbia University and more by these youth.

During COP29, youth and global CEOs alike called on governments to unite and deliver an ambitious and actionable treaty to end plastic pollution. Their sentiments are echoed by those attending the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16) seeking to take decisive measures for the protection of biodiversity.

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Ecoinno Foundation supported youth advocates from 11 countries raised their voices on how microplastics entering the ocean and atmosphere are harming people and planetary health. They emphasized that removing these plastics is difficult and costly, and almost impossible with regards to microplastics in the deep ocean.

Youth from 9 countries attended the annual UNESCO Education Week in Paris to advocate for a concerted effort in education on the harm to human health from microplastics.

UNESCO addresses microplastics by mobilizing youth in several ways. UNESCO encourages minimizing plastic pollution via youth involvement in UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, which are ideal locations to test ideas for cleaning up ecosystems. In Asia, the "Youth Innovative Ideas for an Ocean without Plastic" program allows young people to propose ideas, receive support from experts, gain field experience, and get financial support to pilot initiatives.

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Youth advocates of GCM are discussing with the team at Youth Orientation for Development (YOD), which works with UNESCO, empowers youth and orients them on tackling plastic waste within their communities.

The UN STI Forum 2025 addresses microplastics within the broader context of planetary health, climate, and environmental crises, emphasizing the interconnectedness of these issues with youth mental health and well-being. The Forum highlights the urgent need for sustainable, inclusive, and evidence-based science, technology, and innovation solutions to tackle microplastic pollution and its impacts on oceans and human health, aligning with SDG 3, 13 and 14.

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Aligned with EcoInno’s vision, the Forum fosters multi-stakeholder engagement, including youth participation, to promote innovative technologies and policies for reducing plastic pollution and advancing sustainable development. Side events focus on youth empowerment, mental health, and innovation for a resilient future.

This event aims to be an opportunity for everyone, from children to adults, to have fun while experiencing sustainable choices, and organizer have prepared a variety of content that will give you an opportunity to think about "what we can do now" for the children who will lead the future.

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With the cooperation of EcoinnoJapan Co., Ltd., which develops 100% natural plant-based renewable materials to replace plastic, we will introduce plastic-free, PFAS-free disposable food containers made primarily from sugarcane pomace. The food containers used at last year's event were sorted by visitors, composted by RISE & WIN Brewing Co., and are currently being used to grow crops.