If you’ve just wrapped up a fun-filled Chinese New Year celebration and find yourself with a bunch of leftover red packets (angbaos), we’ve got a cool idea for you.
Why not turn them into something useful instead of just tossing them away?
DBS/POSB Leading the Way in Recycling Angbaos
Source: DBS Bank
DBS/POSB, one of the leading financial services groups in Asia, has taken a significant step towards environmental sustainability.
They’ve set up over 40 recycling bins in their branches across Singapore, where you can drop off your angbaos. It’s a convenient way to declutter and contribute to a greener planet.
You can find these bins all year round, so feel free to bring in angbaos from other celebrations like weddings or festive occasions like Hari Raya and Deepavali.
All About the Adventure of Our Angbaos
So what happens to your angbaos after you drop them in the bin?
They go on a little adventure to Tay Paper Recycling, a local company that turns them into cool paper products like cardboard boxes. It’s a bit tricky because of the red dye and shiny decorations on the packets, but they’ve got it all figured out.
Source: Reddit
What Can You Pop in the Bin?
You’re welcome to recycle your Red Packets/Hong Bao, but remember to take off the plastic packaging before popping the envelopes in the bin.
And if you really want to be a super eco-warrior this year, why not try digital alternatives like DBS QR Ang Baos or eGifts?
Source: Tech Lingo
Let’s Recycle Our Angbaos Together!
As Jeremy Soo from DBS Bank says, “The DBS QR Ang Bao is perfect for those of us who are always rushing around or for those who love trying new things and want to have something different to talk about at family gatherings”.
So whether you choose to recycle your angbaos or go digital, remember that every little bit helps. Let’s all do our part to keep our planet healthy and happy!
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