Zero Waste Lifestyle Starts with Us
Refill for a better Earth
Re.duce
Re.use
Re.fill
According to the latest statistics from satisca.com, the global production of plastic bottles reached a staggering 583 billion in 2021. This is an alarming increase of 100 billion bottles in just five years. These plastic bottles are a major contributor to the ever-growing plastic pollution problem, as they take hundreds of years to decompose and often end up in landfills, oceans, and other natural habitats.
As responsible citizens, we have a vital role in minimizing plastic waste. One effective way to achieve this is by reusing plastic bottles rather than discarding them after a single use. By embracing this practice, we can disrupt the cycle of excessive plastic production and make a meaningful contribution towards a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly future.
At IpohRefill, we are dedicated to advancing sustainable practices through our innovative unpackaged retailing approach. We warmly invite you to join us in this important journey, where together, we can make a meaningful difference. By reducing plastic waste, we can contribute to a healthier environment and work towards a more sustainable future for generations to come. Let’s unite in our efforts to create a better planet for everyone.
Owner of IpohRefill Zero Waste Store :
Peisee Hwang
* About our founder*
🌿 Peisee Hwang – Environmental Educator & Zero Waste Advocate
Peisee Hwang is an experienced environmental educator, conservationist, and zero-waste lifestyle advocate with over 25 years of hands-on work in marine conservation, eco-tourism, and community-based sustainability.
She co-founded the Bubbles Turtle Conservation Project and co-owns Bubbles Dive Resort, a Green Fins award-winning eco-resort recognized three times as the World’s Most Environmentally Friendly Resort.
In 2023, she launched the Perak Zero Waste Group to support a culture of mindful consumption and sustainable living. A year later, she founded IpohRefill, the first zero waste store in Ipoh — empowering the public to reduce their reliance on single-use plastics.
Peisee’s talks and workshops center on the connection between daily actions and global climate impact, covering themes such as:
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Zero Waste Living
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Plastic Pollution
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Climate Action for Communities
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Marine Conservation
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Circular Economy
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Sustainable Parenting
In 2025, her focus is on food waste reduction and bokashi composting — through school programs, public talks, and the rollout of community Food Waste Stations in partnership with local councils and organizations.
Peisee brings deep experience, practical solutions, and an inclusive approach that makes environmental change accessible for all. As a proud mother of two, she advocates that sustainability begins at home — and ripples outward.
*Experience*
-PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer (2000-current)
-Reef Check International, Eco Diver Trainer (2006-Current)
-Emergency First Responder Trainer (2000-current)
-Speaker/educator for Bubbles Turtle Conservation Project (2004-current)
-Owner of Bubbles DIve Resort & Travels Sdn. Bhd. (2004-current)
-Winner of Eco Warrior Award -Environmental Accelerator Program Perak 2023
-Organizer of Perak First Zero Waste Bazaar 2023
-Owner of IpohRefill Zero Waste Store.
-Mother of 2 teenagers.
*Contact*
Tel: 012-656 0816
Email: ipohrefillperak@gmail.com
What does media says?
IPOH echo: Ipoh's Eco-Friendly Countdown to Christmas!
星洲网：怡保首个零浪费市集
The Star: Our Mission
中国报: “天生鸡婆” 无中生有变零浪费
MELODY电台：提倡绿色消费，迈向零浪费地球
IPOH echo：Ipoh Refill ~ The Catalyst for a Greener,Cleaner Ipoh
IPOH echo: Ipoh’s First Zero Waste Store is Now Open!
Malay Mail: Conservation resort owner’s zero waste bazaar a first for Ipoh in hopes of making zero waste a lifestyle
Our Vision
Transform Ipoh into a city free of single-use plastics through innovative unpackaged retailing and impactful awareness campaigns. By fostering a culture of sustainability and promoting environmentally-friendly practices, we aim to create a cleaner, greener community for all.
Refill your snacks by reusing your container
Use natural and refillable products
Use reusable mesh bag for grocery
Use biodegradable product
Reuse and rescue the fabrics
Reuse plastic bottle to refill cleaning product
The Zero Waste Way
Zero Waste
Give everything a second, third, or even more chances—don't discard a fully functional one. Instead, clean it and refill it!
Sustainable
Choose products that are gentle on the environment and do not disrupt natural ecosystems. Support local sellers to contribute to a sustainable and thriving community.
Reusable
Refilling your cleaning product into an empty used bottle reduces one more plastic bottle from ending up in a landfill. This bottle can be reused for many more refills, further minimizing waste.