If we are what we eat, I’m essentially an avocado. I’m a flexitarian (can’t turn down mum’s comforting wonton noodles on special occasions) and I’ve revelled in avocados and cartons of almond milk for all my university years. Yet,…
As the world struggles to tackle the onset of climate change, it is our responsibility as consumers to vote with our purchasing power. When we buy sustainably made, ethical goods, we support the health of the environment and other…
Bar soap – the exquisite cake of goodness packed with a paradise of botanical, luxurious, and skin-rejuvenating ingredients to soothe your body and mind. With more and more people embracing sustainability values, we have started to see a rising…
How can I encourage my parents to care about the environment? How do I share with others the importance of sustainability? It seems like no one seem to care, what should I do? If you can relate to all…
Sustainable Living
Addressing the Elephant in the Room: How You Can Deal With Food Waste in Singapore
“The average Singaporean household generated about $342 million worth of food waste in 2020.” “Semakau Landfill expected to be fully filled by 2035.” “Food waste in Singapore alone made up about 11% of our total general waste in…
You are at a supermarket buying some groceries. And you have toilet tissue on your list. You almost instinctively grab a roll of paper toilet tissue. But then a thought crossed your mind: are paper toilet tissues truly sustainable?…
Have you ever looked at all your things and felt a strong urge to toss everything out? Go ahead, the Marie Kondo voice in your head urged. It’s only human nature that what used to be sparkly new no…
Are you trying to start recycling at home? We know it can be tricky to get everyone else in the household on board. Even though our recycling rate is one of the highest in the world at 52%,…
Climate change has been described as a “pressing priority” for Singapore. Our tropical climate and low-lying land areas make us vulnerable to warmer temperatures and rising sea levels. Extreme weather changes are already being felt here, such as unusually…
We have seen all the buzz in the latest news on electric vehicles (EVs). Some car owners in Singapore have recently gotten their hands on the latest Tesla Model 3 EV in the final week of July 2021. The…