Swimmers, safety paddlers, and the tireless folks from Children’s Aid Society (CAS) had a rough but eventful day at the third annual Elevate Open Water Charity Swim Challenge.
Read MoreToys have a superpower that we often overlook - they remind us to dream, explore, and laugh. Food from the Heart’s annual Toy Buffet taps into this magic.
Read MoreWhy Michelin Star Chefs Love Fresh, Farm-to-Table Quality Chitose Agriculture Produce.
Freshness is a big deal for Singaporeans, so much so that some have even skirted the law to get their hands on it. That’s where Chitose Agriculture comes in. While our supermarkets are stocked with imported produce, the long shipping times often leave fruits and vegetables looking less than stellar. These “ugly” items frequently end up in the bin, contributing to the city-state’s growing food waste problem. But what if we could ...
Read MoreWith plant-based diets gaining ground as a way to reduce environmental footprints, companies are beginning to see food as more than just fuel. In this spirit, Sodexo has introduced a new wave of plant-based menus designed by Chef Jordi Noguera, whose Spanish-inspired dishes bring a fresh, people-first approach to sustainable eating. We sat down with Chef Noguera and Jaspreet Kaur, Sodexo’s Regional Director of Corporate Responsibility, to discuss the company’s efforts to ...
Read MoreLittlebotany: a tiny plant shop moving a community toward a bigger cause. Tucked in a little corner of Punggol is a quaint plot packed with plants – its interior is decorated with knick knacks from travels around the world, and if you’re lucky, you might even meet a chicken or two! To Singapore’s plant-lovers, this space might not be unfamiliar. Although small, it’s especially known for its cozy vibes and sense ...
Read MoreAccessible rides are now available for seniors, thanks to Inchcape Singapore. Inchcape Singapore, local distributor of Toyota, Suzuki, Lexus, and Hino vehicles, has sponsored the Certificate of Entitlement (COE) for a Toyota Hiace van to Geylang East Home for the Aged (GEHA), a charity organization dedicated to providing essential care and support to the elderly in Singapore. Charitable organizations such as GEHA face challenges in acquiring COEs relating to transporting seniors ...
Read MoreMeet Melati, Thanda, and Louisa, the three women inspiring change in coastal and marine life conservation! Just a few days ago, the Blue Water EduFest came to an end with a fitting marina clean up. With more than 100 volunteers signing up, the event was undoubtedly a success, despite having taken a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. An event organised to create meaningful conversations about marine and coastal conservation, the two-day ...
Read More[creative juices] the duo protesting fast fashion waste with sustainable, bespoke kimonos.
A passion for fashion AND a love for all things sustainable! Meet Ian and Eshton, the Singaporean duo protesting textile waste in the fast fashion industry with bespoke kimonos. Kimonos have a long-standing history with sustainability. Crafting a kimono is a process that takes into account every part of the cloth involved – little to no waste is produced! So it seems fitting that the founders of Syne Singapore, Ian and ...
Read MoreThe NUS FSAE team’s R22e is more than just a speed machine, it’s a stepping stone to building EV know-how in Singapore’s auto sector. As you know, Singapore has no automobile industry, no race tracks, and bar a tiny number of exceptions these days, no motorsport events that local drivers can take part in. But that doesn’t mean Singapore has no race cars. Since 2001, the National University of Singapore has been ...
Read MoreWith more people aspiring towards a zero-waste lifestyle, it's safe to say we're paying more attention to trash. But according to Harold Koh, founder of Nextevo, a company focused on repurposing agricultural waste, people have been overlooking one very important bit of waste - pineapple leaves. From consuming ‘ugly’ fruit and vegetable, to upcycling your old pair of jeans, or shopping second-hand clothes – there’s been a growing focus on ...
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