Philippines launches zero-waste shop to combat plastic crisis through refills
Philippines' Malabon City launched Tingi Tindahan, a zero-waste shop funded by its district council, in July 2024 to combat the country's plastic waste crisis. Customers refill glass bottles with soy sauce and cooking oil or scoop dry goods into their own containers at cheaper prices than supermarkets.
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Published 31 Jul 2026, 04:00 UTC · Updated 31 Jul 2026, 04:11 UTC
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