David Yeung: 5 reasons the plant-based phenomenon is on the verge of being unleashed in Asia
Being an investor and Asian distribution partner of Beyond Meat since its early days, I have the honor to take a front-row seat on their epic IPO. There is no doubt the record-shattering listing of BYND sent shockwave around the world, as people suddenly awaken to the disruption happening in the food industry.
Read MoreA Quarter of Hong Kong’s population practise flexitarian
A Quarter of Hong Kong’s population practise flexitarian Nearly 5% of Hong Kong female are vegetarian Plea for increasing plant-based options in all local malls and restaurants Green Monday announced the results of the latest “Hong Kong Vegetarian Habit Survey” with the following key findings: Nearly a quarter of Hong Kong population practise flexitarian The number of female vegetarians increased significantly from less than 2% to nearly 5% Almost one-third of Hongkongers heard about Green Monday 70% Hongkongers are willing to practise flexitarian The ratio of “hardcore meat lovers” almost halved compared with 4 years ago Nearly a quarter of Hong Kong’s population practise flexitarian Green Monday commissioned the biennial “Hong Kong Vegetarian Habit Survey” (the “Survey”) in 2014, 2016 and 2018.
Read MoreGreen Monday Foundation Awarded the Roddenberry Prize
This year, The Green Monday Foundation was one of four proud recipients of the Roddenberry Prize for its work on tackling climate change, food insecurity, health issues and animal welfare. Green Monday, as a social venture platform to promote greener and more sustainable change, has been able to successfully shift 1.6 million Hong Kong residents to commit to adopting a plant-based diet at least one day per week.
Read MoreSands Dining Launches Green Cuisine Campaign Across 14 Signature Restaurants
(Macao, Nov. 9, 2018) – Sands Resorts Macao held a launch event today to announce its Green Cuisine campaign to introduce healthy vegan dishes at 14 of its restaurants, utilising the most advanced plant-based products available on the market. Supported by Macao Government Tourism Office to reinforce the Creative City of Gastronomy designation, the campaign is a collaboration between Sands Resorts Macao and social enterprise Green Monday, which aims to tackle climate change and global food insecurity through green and sustainable living.
Read MoreGreen Monday Launch in Singapore – Global movement shifts Singapore towards a plant-based diet
Green Monday Launch in Singapore (Singapore, 16th November 2018) Green Monday, a social venture originating and based in Hong Kong promoting sustainability and plant-based lifestyle, officially launched in Singapore today. Committed to championing a wholesome plant-based diet to reduce environmental footprint and improve public health, the movement successfully shifts 1.6 million Hongkongers to adopt such a diet at least one day per week.
Read MoreBerkeley becomes the First City in the Nation to Declare “Green Monday”
Encouraging Plant-Based Food Choices to Slow Climate Change BERKELEY, Calif. — The Berkeley City Council unanimously approved a resolution to implement Green Monday in partnership with Green Monday US. Public programs, posters, and literature on the environmental advantages of plant-based food choices will be featured at libraries, and community centers around town.
Read MoreDavid Yeung, Founder of Green Monday, Awarded Social Entrepreneur of The Year 2018
Green Monday’s founder David Yeung was awarded by The Schwab Foundation For Social Entrepreneurship, known as the sister organization of The World Economic Forum, the 2018 Social Entrepreneurs of the Year. The presentation took place earlier on 24th September in New York.
Read MoreSands China Launches Green Mondays as Part of New myFITNESS Initiative
Encourages team member health and wellness Sands China Ltd. is launching myFITNESS, a new initiative aimed at encouraging good habits for team members’ health, physical fitness and well-being. The first campaigns under myFITNESS are Green Mondays and a back-of-house health booth, which encourage team members to eat a more plant-based diet in support of better health and provide team members with health advice.
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