Plastic-Free Isn’t a Trend — It’s How Our Markets Always Did It

Plastic-Free Isn’t a Trend — It’s How Our Markets Always Did It

Every year, on World Environment Day, we’re encouraged to do more for the planet. And this year’s theme? “Beat Plastic Pollution.” But here’s the thing: long before “plastic-free” became a buzzword or an eco-movement, our local markets and street vendors were already living it. Without trying to be trendy. Without even thinking about it. If you’ve ever visited a traditional market in Asia — whether in Thailand, Vietnam, or the Philippines — you …