The main goal of Rize is to further develop sustainable rice farming, which accounts for more than 10% of global methane output. Rize, an agritech firm, has just clinched USD$14 million in Series A funding. The funding will go towards boosting their tech platforms in order to enhance sustainable rice farming. Rize is basically revolutionising how we approach rice cultivation - a staple that feeds billions but also poses significant environmental challenges. With ...
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Accacia, a decarbonisation platform focusing on the real estate and infrastructure sectors, has recently secured $6.5 million in pre-Series A funding. Founded in 2022 by a trio of INSEAD alumni - Annu Talreja, Piyush Chitkara, and Jagmohan Garg - Accacia is a visionary response to one of the most pressing challenges of our times: climate change. With real estate and construction activities responsible for about 40 per cent of global greenhouse gas ...
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Bentley Environmental Foundation has announced its support for an environmental initiative in Thailand, partnering with everwave. Imagine the serene waters of Thailand’s major rivers, unfortunately marred by the persistent problem of plastic waste. Here’s where Bentley’s new initiative sweeps in, with a smart, refuse-collecting boat decked out with AI technology. The boat is equipped with drones and cameras, powered by artificial intelligence to track, collect, and transport 20 tons of garbage each ...
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Cathay Pacific and its tree initiative have achieved 30,000 mangrove trees planted in Southeast Asia since 2021. Since the launch of its "1 Ticket, 1 Tree" initiative in 2021, Cathay Pacific has been making waves. This project has recently celebrated the planting of its 30,000th mangrove tree, a big milestone. The concept is brilliantly simple yet profoundly impactful: for every ticket purchased from key Southeast Asian nations during a specified campaign period, ...
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The formalisation of an MOU between Coastal Sustainability Alliance members Ken Energy and Green COP at Singapore Maritime Week 2024 aims to enhance Biobutanol use in maritime operations. Exciting times are upon us as the Coastal Sustainability Alliance (CSA has recently unveiled an ambitious venture into the realm of maritime biofuels. It's a S$10 million leap towards a greener maritime horizon, announced with fanfare during Singapore Maritime Week 2024. The CSA, with ...
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After a $50 million facelift, City Square Mall introduces refreshed dining offerings, communal spaces and sustainable features. Have you caught wind of the exciting developments at City Square Mall? Our beloved family-friendly and eco-conscious shopping haven has undergone a spectacular transformation. Managed by City Developments Limited (CDL), City Square Mall is set to unveil a new look after a S$50 million Asset Enhancement Initiative (AEI) slated for completion in 2025. fresh face and ...
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CapitaLand is unveiling style and sparkle across its downtown malls. Are you ready to spice up your wardrobe and embrace your inner trendsetter this season? CapitaLand is throwing a spectacular fashion and beauty bash across Bugis Town, Funan, Plaza Singapura, and Raffles City, and you're invited to join the style revolution. From today until 21 April, get ready for the Spring/Summer ‘24 – The City Edition campaign, a dazzling array of experiences ...
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The move is aligned with Epson and its sustainability commitment, following the phasing out of laser printers in Southeast Asia by the end of 2023. Epson has just rolled out two new printers in Singapore - the Epson WorkForce Enterprise AM-C400 and AM-C550. They represent a new beacon of sustainability and efficiency in the bustling world of office equipment. Recently, Epson Southeast Asia did some digging with a survey involving 1,500 decision-makers and ...
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Bentley Environmental Foundation welcomes Blue Marine Foundation and Everwave as they join its global sustainability initiative. Bentley Motors announced two new supported charities in the luxury marque’s global sustainability initiative. Blue Marine Foundation and Everwave have joined the Bentley Environmental Foundation on World Water Day, the annual event run by the United Nations to highlight the importance and responsible use of water. Bentley Environmental Foundation was launched in June last year as ...
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Looking for an exciting, sporty, and eco-conscious way to spend your Easter weekend? Why not spend it at Decathlon! From 29 to 31 March, between 10am to 8pm, Decathlon Singapore Lab will be hosting its very first Circular Bazaar. At the Circular Bazaar, you can enjoy a range of free sports activities, participate in engaging upcycling workshops, explore eco-conscious pop-up booths by Decathlon’s partners, and even receive free goodie bags for new ...
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