In light of the imminent climate crisis, in October 2022, Singapore committed to accomplishing net zero carbon emissions by 2050. One of the early roadmaps to achieving the elusive target is the Singapore Green Plan. Spearheaded by five ministries, its aim is to galvanise the whole nation towards urgent, effective, and meaningful climate action. Singapore is geographically challenged when it comes to renewable energy generation – a low-lying island state with one of the highest …[Read more]
Newbie to buying preloved online? Here is where you can start!
This article comes from the desk of Sarah Garner, the founder of Retykle. She set it up in 2016 after having her first child. She saw first-hand how quickly kids grow out of their clothes leaving behind closets bursting with smaller sizes, most of the items barely worn. She wanted to create a sustainable fashion loop and be on the side of fashion that was part of the solution rather than part of the problem. …[Read more]
Orangutan habitats What can we do to restore them?
This article has been penned by Atikah Kasim, the Outreach & Engagement Manager for People’s Movement to Stop Haze (PM Haze) – a non-profit focusing on the transboundary haze which occurs as a result of unsustainable deforestation. Her work mainly revolves around engagement with local organisations and food businesses, managing resources, manpower and volunteers, and ensuring that everything goes as planned. Atikah enjoys planning and executing events, and is passionate about contributing to building healthy, …[Read more]
Sustainable Fashion Outsized tee to latest runway trend
Today’s article has been penned by Tiara Safiah and Isha Lian, the newest members of the Swap Squad at Swapaholic. Swapaholic is the Singapore-based clothes and accessory swap platform that seeks to “make fashion circular” and create a real “sustainable fashion” experience. Tiara has a background in fashion design and Isha in retail merchandising. Both of them share a love for styling fashion and are constantly finding creative ways to shop their respective closets. Do …[Read more]