WWF-Singapore and Temasek Foundation launched the #WeGotThis programme to inspire youths further to take action on sustainability-related causes they feel passionate about. Over 2 in 5 youths are interested in Global Warming and Environmental Issues, causing it to be the third most important social issue among youths. One in two respondents from the TODAY Youth Survey 2022 were actively taking steps to combat climate change. It is incredibly clear that youths are ...
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The perfect opportunity to attend green activities and celebrate Endangered Species Day or International Day for Biological Diversity! Have some time in May? Not sure what you should do to fill your time? We’ve compiled a list of green activities you can attend that will both do good for the environment AND be fun with friends and family. 1. Love The Last March. Image from @lovethelast_official on Instagram. In celebration of Endangered Species Day, ...
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Forget ChatGPT, AI-driven chatbot called FarmGPT is now being used to optimise industrial insect farming in a novel attempt by Entoverse. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm. One particular tool stands out amongst the rest: Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer (GPT), also known colloquially as ChatGPT. From rampant fears of such technology taking over jobs to debates over whether this AI-based tool is a boon or bane to students, ...
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Recent pilot initiative spearheaded by WWF-Singapore highlights consumers’ willingness to opt for reusable e-commerce packaging, with a return rate of over 50%. Plastic is one of the greatest contributors to waste here in Singapore, with about 900 million kg of waste being discarded every year. In fact, packaging waste contributes to about one-third of household waste generated locally, with 2-3% of packaging waste coming from e-commerce. While it might seem like ...
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Earth Day was just last month, so here’s a quick guide on conscious tips you can implement to make a difference beyond the day. Earth Day is an annual event that takes place every 22nd April as a way to call attention to the protection of the environment alongside the ever-depleting natural resources of the Earth. First held in 1970, it has come a long way since then, with over a ...
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Disposable chopsticks are a dime a dozen in Singapore, but company ChopValue turns them into elegant furniture, recycling over a hundred million. Disposable chopsticks can be found anywhere and everywhere in Singapore. From noodle restaurants to your dabao (takeaway) containers, it’s hard to go one day without coming across a single pair of disposable chopsticks. You might think that just because it is made out of wood, you can recycle it easily, ...
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NEX, the largest mall in the North-East region of Singapore is promoting environmental awareness with a textile donation drive and more. From 16 March to 23 April 2023, check out Green Living @ NEX, a campaign meant to increase environmental awareness amongst shoppers. From collaboration with partners like Cloop to a series of green initiatives by the mall, this program is sure to leave behind an impact on both shoppers and ...
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Earth Hour is this weekend, and WWF is celebrating it at the Esplanade, making it the perfect opportunity to reflect on our climate crisis. If you’re free this weekend (24 - 26 March 2023), why not head down to Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay to check out Earth Hour Festival? Presented by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), it will be filled with fun, climate-conscious activities suitable for everyone! what ...
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From dressing up in blue and receiving discounts to enjoying nature and art, here are 6 ways you can celebrate World Water Day in Singapore! While Singapore might have celebrated World Water Day on the 18th of March, this doesn’t mean the celebrations are over just yet. Public Utilities Board (PUB) has collaborated with various educational institutions, organisations, and corporations for a month’s worth of activities for everyone. We’ve put together a ...
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Epson commits to sustainability and the environment in partnership with World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) with a three-prong approach. Multiple corporations are taking steps to contribute to the environment, and Epson is no exception. The business has recently announced a three-year-long international partnership with the global conservation organisation World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) to take tangible steps towards a more circular economy. Aiming to focus on forest restoration and ...
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