A series of activities are underway in Hanoi as part of the Green Living Festival in response to the action month for the environment and the World Environment Day (June 5).
Hanoi (VNA) – A series of activities are underway inHanoi as part of the Green Living Festival in response to the action month forthe environment and the World Environment Day (June 5).
The festival is organised on June 1 and 2 by themunicipal Department of Natural Resources and Environment, the People’sCommittee of Hoan Kiem district, and Live and Learn Vietnam.
More than 1,000 people, includingrepresentatives from the city’s departments, sectors, organisations, businessesand schools, are expected to take part in activities towards a green andsustainable Hanoi at this festival.
An activity themed “What is happening to theenvironment in Hanoi?” features games providing information about environmentalpollution, along with an exhibition of installation art works made from plasticstraws, plastic bags and bottles.
“Waste is a resource” introduces environmentalgroups and projects of young people such as exchanging wastepaper, used plasticbottles and electronic waste for environmentally friendly gifts. It alsoinstructs how to have a green lifestyle and recycle products.
Meanwhile, “Reducing nylon and plastics”, “Usingclean energy” and “Sustainable consumption products” introduce young people andbusinesses’ green ideas to promote reducing, recycling and reusing waste, alongwith eco-friendly products like herbal skin and hair care products,chemical-free soap and shampoo, and bamboo or stainless steel straws.
Street music performances are also set to be aspecial treat for participants in the festival.
On June 5, a clean-up campaign will be launchedin Tri Thuy commune of Phu Xuassyen district to clean the environment, dredgecannels, sort waste and plant trees. It is hoped to draw 500 local residents.
These events are part of efforts to connectstate managerial agencies with civil organisations, schools and businesses toencourage joint efforts to protect the environment and promote sustainabledevelopment.-VNA
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A view of Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi (Photo: VNA) 
