Hands-on approach: Lim picking up garbage at the graves during Qing Ming in Batu Gantong, Penang. — LIM BENG TATT/The Star
GEORGE TOWN: The disposal of food containers and packaging materials during Qing Ming Festival (Chinese All Souls’ Day) has lessened over the years, according to Penang United Hokkien Cemeteries (UHC).
Its chairman Datuk Cheah Cheng Ean said the trend reflects rising environmental awareness and efforts to cut down waste, particularly from single-use plastics and non-biodegradable materials used in offerings.
