Zero Carbon QSR Restaurants

McDonald's opened up a new location in Tai Wo outlet in Hong Kong, which stems from a sustainable mindset that is its first LEED Zero Carbon Restaurant. This is certified by the US Green Building Council and is meant to save 848.22 metric tons of carbon dioxide. This equals planting over 36,000 trees that stand at 16 feet tall.

The restaurant is defined by its sustainability efforts, which are made with the help of eco-social startup company HK TIMBERBANK. The exterior facade is made from local trees, which have either fallen due to old age or from typhoons. The interior furniture and decor are also made from recycled materials to contribute to the overarching efforts.