“When I was working as a tour guide in Cambodia, I used to talk about the beautiful culture, friendly people, and stunning natural beauty of the country. However, one thing that bothered me was that many locals would litter and throw plastic bottles even in areas where there were trash bins available. This habit often frustrated international travelers visiting the country,” said Sarou, founder of Roots Organization.

To address this issue, our school has taken the initiative to educate students about reducing plastic waste. Our teachers and class leaders have encouraged students to work together to collect and save empty plastic bottles and bags found on the school premises. We then wash and reuse them for various purposes, such as school decorations, building classroom walls, creating bottle bins, growing flowers to hang under trees or walls, and more.

We hope to promote sustainability and encourage responsible waste management among our students by reusing these materials. We hope our efforts will inspire others to join us in reducing waste and preserving the beauty of Cambodia.”