As the founder of Green Joy, Vo Quoc Thao witnessed the impact of excessive plastic consumption and irresponsible waste management firsthand. She saw a plastic straw lodged in a turtle’s nostril and witnessed shorelines polluted with plastic waste. This experience drove her to create a solution that would reduce plastic waste and protect the environment.

The world’s oceans are currently inundated with approximately 36.4 billion plastic straws, and more than 80 countries have already prohibited the use of single-use plastic straws and utensils. Climate change is significantly impacting the livelihoods of local inhabitants, with 55% of the population in The Mekong Delta predicted to be affected by 2100. In addition, F&B and HoReCa partners are facing difficulties finding suitable replacements for single-use plastic straws and utensils as these items are already banned in their respective countries.

Furthermore, due to an increase in energy demand, conventional fuels like coal and natural gas are rapidly depleting, posing severe environmental, ecosystem, and health hazards.

Green Joy aims to drive change by seeking natural alternatives to tackle the problem of plastic pollution. They have introduced Green Joy grass straws made from Grey Sedge grass, which is indigenous to the Mekong Delta region. These straws are entirely natural, biodegradable, and never get soggy. The entire process, from farm to table, is meticulously executed to ensure superior quality with minimal ecological impact. Green Joy’s grass straws also contribute to the preservation of endangered species habitats, help protect the ocean and its resources, and support local farming initiatives.

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