WATCH: The Hidden Price Behind Your Food Delivery Choices

With increased dining convenience comes increased environmental horror, although it doesn’t have to be that way. In this video, RADII explores how technology can help tackle the issue of plastic waste caused by modern society’s mass adoption of food delivery

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7:23 PM HKT, Tue January 31, 2023

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a significant shift in the way we consume food.


With the advent of food delivery services like Uber Eats and DoorDash, delivery options have finally expanded beyond pizza and Chinese food, requiring increasingly wasteful packaging solutions -- for those who can afford it. But with lockdowns and social distancing measures in place, more and more people are turning to food delivery services to have their meals delivered right to their doorstep.


This trend has been a blessing for many, providing convenience and a sense of normalcy in a time of uncertainty. However, it has also led to an unprecedented increase in the amount of single-use plastic disposed of daily.


But how can we solve this problem? How can individuals, innovative tech companies, and governments work together to eliminate plastic packaging?


Featuring two Hong Kong-based tech companies, EcoInno and ClearBot, this episode explores how we can tackle ocean pollution and the micro-plastic problem through innovative tech and responsible choices.


This video was made as part of a series sponsored by East West Bank to highlight the innovative tech that’s making the world more sustainable. East West Bank offers unparalleled services for individuals and companies who wish to build connections and foster collaborations between the U.S. and Asia. Together, we will reach further. For more information, visit www.eastwestbank.com.

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