San Juan launches project vs plastic pollution

MANILA, Philippines — The city government of San Juan launched over the weekend the “Kuha sa Tingi” project, which seeks to address plastic pollution.

Mayor Francis Zamora said the local government would establish refilling stations in 10 sari-sari or convenience stores in the city.

The store owners will have technical and business development support from the city government.

The initiative was launched in partnership with Greenpeace Philippines and Impact Hub Manila.

“We are happy to partner with San Juan for this endeavor,” Greenpeace country director Lea Guerrero said.