Plastic bags, straws, and styrofoam are also banned. Restaurants, hawkers, and convenience stores must follow the ‘no straw by default’ policy, except for vulnerable people or young children who may still need to use straws
Greenwashing happens when an organisation claims to be environmentally friendly but does not provide enough proof or action to support the claim. In UUM cafés, the “no-plastic” campaign is a positive step because it encourages students to reduce single-use plastic. However, the campaign may become greenwashing if cafés still use plastic cups, food containers, or non-recyclable packaging while promoting themselves as environmentally friendly. Therefore, cafés should provide clearer evidence and specific actions to make the campaign more credible and transparent.