Disposable Living isn't unavoidable
REGEN helps people in Taiwan reduce disposable tableware use through education, technology, and hands-on community cleanups.
REGEN impact statistics: 4+ events hosted, 8+ team members, 4,200+ TWD donated, 40+ resource pages
Why it matters
The Staggering Reality
Environmental impact statistics: 59,000 tons of tableware waste, 57 billion single-use chopsticks, 80% of marine debris is plastic
Learn.
Track Wastes.
Form Habits.
Earn Rewards*.
The REGEN App shows you the hidden health and environmental costs of disposables, then guides you toward safer and sustainable options.
Smart waste tracking
Log your waste output and build better habits over time.
Waste calculator
Calculates how much you've wasted/saved with relatable numbers.
Rewards
Every eco-friendly action earns points toward badges and gifts.
Download (APK)
REGEN was created to challenge the idea that disposable living is unavoidable, and the fact that disposable tableware waste is often overlooked. By combining education, media, and community engagement, this project promotes alternatives that protect both human health and the environment. REGEN believes that informed choices can create meaningful impact. Thank you for being part of this journey toward a more responsible future.
Porsche Chang, Founder
Our Team.
Porsche Chang
Founder
Clark Tsai
Technical Advisor
Leo Huang
Social Media Manager
Chiwei Liao
Event Planner (Taiwan)
Jordan Tao
Event Planner (US & China)
Ethan Chen
Writer
Jonathan Tseng
Writer
Upcoming Events
Hiking & Cleaning at Xiangshan, Taipei
Date and time is TBD | MRT Xiangshan Sta.
- Hiking at the Elephant Mountain
- Trash collection
- Lunch at 花寓×遇寓好食 (promotes reusable tableware)
Hiking & Cleaning at Jiantan Mountain, Taipei
Date and time is TBD | MRT Jiantan Station
- Duration: 2-3 hours
- Activity: Trash collection along the hiking trail
- Ending Point: Dazhi
- Meal: Lunch at a Chinese restaurant that uses reusable tableware
Why these events exist
Not just a CleanUp
Every event is a chance to learn something new, meet people who care about the same things you do, and leave a place better than you found it.
Build Community
Meet like-minded people across Taiwan who are turning concern into action.
See Real Impact
Every bag collected and habit changed adds directly to our impact numbers.
Learn By Doing
Pick up practical sustainability habits you'll actually carry home with you.
It's Genuinely Fun
Good food, good views, good company — sustainability doesn't have to feel like a chore.
Checkout Our Resources
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
REGEN is a student-led environmental initiative based in Taiwan, focused on reducing disposable tableware use through education, technology, and community action. We believe small daily choices , like skipping the plastic fork , compound into real ecological and health impact.
REGEN brings together students, educators, and local communities to build awareness and drive measurable behavioral change , one reusable cup at a time.
- Education , Workshops, video content, online resources, and school partnerships that uncover the hidden health risks and environmental costs of disposable tableware.
- App (in development) , A mobile app that helps users track eco-friendly habits, log daily waste, join community challenges, and discover sustainable alternatives nearby.
- Community Service , Hands-on initiatives including recycling drives, neighborhood clean-ups, and public awareness campaigns that turn learning into lasting action.
REGEN's work is directly aligned with five UN Sustainable Development Goals:
- SDG 3: Raising awareness about microplastic ingestion and chemical leaching from heated disposables.
- SDG 4: Building sustainability literacy through workshops, digital content, and school programs.
- SDG 11: Driving community-level environmental action across Taiwan.
- SDG 12: Encouraging the everyday shift from single-use to reusable alternatives.
- SDG 14: Reducing the plastic waste that enters oceans and harms marine ecosystems.
Disposable tableware is one of the most pervasive , yet overlooked , sources of environmental and health harm. Taiwan alone generates over 59,000 tons of tableware waste annually, and items like paper cups are lined with plastic coatings that release microplastics when heated.
We target this area because it's deeply embedded in everyday behavior, which makes it both high-impact and genuinely changeable through education, habit-building, and better alternatives.
The REGEN app is currently in active development for Android (built with Kotlin). An early APK build is available for download on our App page for those who want to try it ahead of the full release.
The full version will include smart waste tracking, a personal impact calculator, eco-challenges, and a rewards system. Stay tuned for launch updates!
- Attend one of our events, workshops, or community clean-up drives.
- Download the app and start tracking your eco-friendly habits.
- Follow our YouTube channel for educational content on sustainable living.
- Reach out via our Contact page to partner with REGEN or bring our programs to your school or organization.
