Introducing AirX Carbon's new generation NetZero Pallet
In a significant stride towards a greener future, AirX Carbon, a Vietnamese company based in the Mekong Delta, has introduced the NetZero Pallet - an eco-friendly, carbon-negative solution for logistics. Made primarily from agricultural waste such as coconut fiber and coffee husks, this groundbreaking product is set to revolutionise the industry [1][5].
The NetZero Pallet stands out for its environmentally friendly composition, as it is wood-free, plastic-free, and non-toxic. Each pallet acts as a certified carbon sink, storing up to 34kg of carbon dioxide (CO₂) [1]. This innovative product was launched at a grand event held at the New World Saigon Hotel on July 3 [2].
The impact of the NetZero Pallet is far-reaching. By converting agricultural by-products into valuable materials, it addresses waste management issues while contributing directly to reducing greenhouse gases [1]. On a larger scale, producing 60 million pallets could prevent the cutting down of approximately 10 million trees, recycle 2 million tonnes of agricultural by-products, and store 7 million tonnes of CO₂ [1].
Moreover, the production of the NetZero Pallet creates stable income sources for over 600,000 farmers and rural workers, demonstrating sustainable development and social impact [1]. The pallets are designed for efficient stacking, making them exempt from ISPM 15 fumigation requirements, thereby easing logistics processes [2].
AirX Carbon's ambition is to replace 10.3 million traditional pallets with NetZero Pallets by 2029, positioning itself as Asia-Pacific’s largest bio-pallet manufacturer [1]. The company's high-tech factory in Binh Duong province (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam, currently manufactures 1.5 million units annually [1][5].
Vietnam's NetZero Pallet initiative has garnered international support, with the Australian Government emphasising sustainable products made from Mekong Delta resources [1]. The project has also attracted the attention of large corporations, including major European retail supply chains that are considering shifting some of their logistics operations to Vietnam [1][4].
The NetZero Pallet is a testament to how developing countries can lead in green innovation when combining strategic vision, advanced technology, and international collaboration. By leveraging local agricultural by-products cost-effectively and sustainably, Vietnam is poised to become a hub for circular economy solutions in logistics [1].
The event, attended by diplomats, investors, and sustainability experts, highlighted the product's role in the green transition and opened a comprehensive discussion forum on sustainable logistics [3]. Global partners such as the United Nations Development Programme, Switch Asia, German Development Agency, Action on Poverty, and Helvetas, among others, support the production of the NetZero Pallet [1].
In addition, South Korean industrial conglomerate Hyosung Group plans to invest an additional $4 billion into Vietnam, contributing to the country's economic development and implementing its corporate social responsibility [2]. The Coca-Cola Company and The Ocean Cleanup are also partners in Vietnam's plastic pollution prevention efforts, with the Can Tho River being one of the 15 locations around the globe to be cleaned up by advanced technology [2].
Olam Agri Vietnam, a subsidiary of Olam Group, is another partner in the initiative, aiming to transform food, feed, and fibre in the agricultural sector [2]. AirX Carbon's partner network also includes NPC Korea, Hyosung, Olam International, and Pakko Australia [1].
In summary, the NetZero Pallet is a breakthrough in sustainable logistics, mitigating environmental harm, supporting rural economies, and fostering global partnerships to push greener supply chains globally, with Vietnam at the forefront of this innovation [1][5]. The initiative exemplifies how a circular economy approach can create a more sustainable and economically beneficial future for all.
References: [1] AirX Carbon. (n.d.). NetZero Pallet. Retrieved from https://www.airxcarbon.com/netzero-pallet [2] Vietnam Insider. (2021, July 7). Hyosung Group to invest $4 billion in Vietnam. Retrieved from https://vietnaminsider.vn/hyosung-group-to-invest-4-billion-in-vietnam/455149.html [3] VietnamPlus. (2021, July 3). AirX Carbon launches NetZero Pallet in Vietnam. Retrieved from https://vietnamplus.vn/airx-carbon-launches-netzero-pallet-in-vietnam/225233.vnp [4] The Hanoi Times. (2021, July 5). AirX Carbon’s NetZero Pallet: A game-changer for sustainable logistics. Retrieved from https://www.hanoitimes.vn/business/airx-carbons-netzero-pallet-a-game-changer-for-sustainable-logistics-317051.html [5] The Diplomat. (2021, July 5). Vietnam's NetZero Pallet: A Step Towards a Greener Future. Retrieved from https://thediplomat.com/2021/07/vietnams-netzero-pallet-a-step-towards-a-greener-future/
- The NetZero Pallet, an innovative product by AirX Carbon, is designed to revolutionize the industry by offering a carbon-negative solution for logistics, made primarily from agricultural waste.
- This wood-free, plastic-free, and non-toxic product acts as a certified carbon sink, storing up to 34kg of carbon dioxide (CO₂) and addressing waste management issues while reducing greenhouse gases.
- Not only does producing the NetZero Pallet help decrease greenhouse gas emissions, but it also benefits rural economies, providing stable income sources for over 600,000 farmers and rural workers.
- Advances in technology and a focus on environmental science are key components of this green innovation, which has garnered international support and attracted the interest of major corporations for potential collaboration.
