Which geographic region first implemented a widespread 'reverse vending machine' network that pays consumers to return plastic bottles and containers for recycling in retail environments?

Test your knowledge about innovative sustainability initiatives in retail across different geographical regions! As consumers become more environmentally conscious, retailers around the world are implementing creative solutions to reduce their carbon footprint. From revolutionary packaging alternatives to circular economy models, different regions are pioneering unique approaches. Can you identify which sustainability initiative belongs to which region?

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Scandinavia (Norway and Sweden)
North America (USA and Canada)
East Asia (Japan and South Korea)
Western Europe (Germany and France)