Our Better World

“I’m 75 now, older than many trees in Singapore. I know this because I’ve planted tens of thousands over decades,” Grant shared with us during our visit to Pasir Ris Park. 🌳 Grant, the founder of the Green Volunteers, has dedicated over 40 years to preserving green spaces across Southeast Asia. As he walked us through the park, a place where he’s planted many trees, he reflected on Singapore’s evolving approach to sustainability and his hopes for the future. Grant’s mission goes beyond planting trees; it’s about cultivating a lasting legacy of love for nature and creating a greener, more sustainable home for generations to come. Through his rewilding efforts with the Green Volunteers, the group is walking the talk of Singapore’s Green Plan to plant one million trees over the next decade. Inspired by these planting efforts? Discover how Free Tree Society is also driving the greening of urban spaces by empowering communities to plant trees and create a future where people and nature thrive together. Explore their story in the latest edition of our environment series: 🌱 https://lnkd.in/ghfQb622

What comes to mind when you think of innovation in sustainability? Is it new gadgets, smarter infrastructure or cutting-edge technologies? Prof. Winston Chow challenges you to think bigger. 💡 In his latest blog post, he redefines innovation as more than what we build — it’s about how we connect, adapt, and organise our lives. Facing pressing challenges like climate change requires us to rethink not only our tools but also our relationships with each other and the environment. True innovation begins with shifting our mindset to see sustainability as a collective responsibility. A better world is not just a dream — it’s within reach. With the tools, knowledge, and inspiration already in our hands, will you take the next step towards building a harmonious and sustainable future? Read Professor Winston Chow’s full perspective on our community blog and discover how you can be part of this transformation: https://lnkd.in/gHUap2-j

Imagine a future where buildings don’t just stand tall, but also heal the planet. That is the beauty of bamboo, a sustainable material that absorbs carbon dioxide instead of emitting greenhouse gases like concrete.🎋 By adopting bamboo in construction, Bamboo House India is paving the way with this eco-friendly practice that also uplifts local communities by offering sustainable livelihoods. This vision is shared by us in Singapore, where we're dedicated to sustainable building practices. Farizan R., a board member of Singapore Green Building Council, champions this commitment by advocating for bamboo and other eco-friendly materials in the construction industry. Bamboo House India and Farizan demonstrate how, when we come together with a shared vision in the region, we amplify the impact of these green innovations. Shall we build a greener future together? Uncover the inspiring journey of Bamboo House India and Farizan’s vision for a sustainable future: https://lnkd.in/gh-_UfNX

With hearts full of hope and hands ready to create change, Singapore’s Gen Zs are championing innovation for a greener tomorrow! 🌏 Victor Tang, Series Lead of Our Better Earth, reflects on how Singapore’s youths are equipped with technology, digital connectivity, and, most importantly, an urgent drive to redefine our relationship with the planet. He sees this in three extraordinary eco-warriors—Jodie Monteiro of Ferticlay, Inez Alsagoff of Coral Gardeners, and Nuryanee Anisah of Commenhers—each united by a shared commitment to building a sustainable future. Through passion and purpose, our young changemakers are planting the seeds of hope and creating ripples of positive change for generations to come. Their stories remind us that no effort is too small to reimagine a world that is both sustainable and fulfilling. Will you be the spark for the next wave of change? Discover their inspiring journeys in our community blog: https://lnkd.in/guHqSNMr

🌏 An old community building with new schools of thought! 🌏 Meet Tatiana Ratcu Siufi, co-founder of Vidacity, Singapore’s Sustainability Innovation Hub, where startups and the community unite to drive eco-innovation. Today, we sat down with Tatiana to discuss how we can come together to spark sustainability innovation and reimagine a greener, brighter future. The effects of global warming ripple through our lives, yet within each of us lies the power to inspire change. Imagine if one spark - one idea, one person - could ignite a wave of change. Could that person be you? Discover more about Vidacity in the latest edition of Our Better Earth series at https://lnkd.in/gpN7Ap-g

🌱 In Kuala Lumpur, a green revolution is taking root! 🌱 At Free Tree Society, people are gaining hands-on green skills and taking home free plants to create real change in urban spaces. Imagine the ripple effect: each plant nurtured and each skill learned brings us closer to cities that breathe with nature. Volunteers leave these workshops with more than just green thumbs—they feel a renewed connection to our planet. Meanwhile across the border, Singaporean conservationist Grant Pereira is championing a similar cause. His mission? To inspire everyone to green our cities, because he believes sustainability isn’t just local, but regional. Grant shares his perspective and calls on us all to play our part—because when we unite, we create greener, thriving communities. How can our daily choices help shape a more sustainable world? 💚 Watch Free Tree Society’s story and read Grant’s insightful take, and join us in celebrating changemakers that are transforming urban life, one plant at a time. Tap here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/ghfQb622

On 3rd November, we watched 3 inspiring films from Our Better Earth at Earth in Focus, Singapore Nature Film Festival. These films are from our environment series that covered three themes: 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐭 - Exploring how we can reset our habits to reduce our impact on the environment. 𝐑𝐞𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 - Discovering how people have started to restore our natural environments. 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞 - Rethinking our relationships with our environment and innovating for a better earth. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭(𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬): Personal stories, like the founder of Free Tree Society who was inspired by her Australian heritage and gardening with her grandmother, showed how individual connections can spark community action. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞: Partnerships with organisations, government bodies, and educational institutions were crucial. Examples included collaborations with Enterprise Singapore, the Singapore Land Authority (SLA), and the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, Singapore which helped provide expertise and support for sustainability programs. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞: Environmental education and individual actions are vital. Every small effort, like saving a straw or planting a tree, can collectively make a significant impact. We encouraged everyone to empower themselves to make a change by questioning the environmental impact of their actions. What can you do now? 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫: Believe in your ability to make a difference. Every action counts, no matter how small. 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝: Whether through volunteering or starting your own initiative, your efforts contribute to a better planet. 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝: Think about the legacy you want to leave behind. Your personal journey towards sustainability can inspire others. A big thank you to Earth in Focus, Singapore Nature Film Festival, and our panel speakers: Victor Tang (Series Lead at Our Better World), Lydia Lubon (OBW Storyteller, and Programme Manager of Free Tree Society), and Tatiana Siufi (Co-Founder of Vidacity, a sustainability innovation hub located in the heartlands of Singapore).

When Zac Toh noticed eco-startups struggling to find the right resources and connections—and how people wanted deeper connections with nature—he set out to make a difference. Now, as founder of Vidacity, a sustainability innovation hub, and City Sprouts, an urban farming initiative, Zac shares his vision for a better world. In our community blog, he explains how small, collective actions can help shape a more sustainable world. Read the full article and get inspired on how you can reimagine a better earth: https://lnkd.in/gDKTChcJ

Vidacity, a Sustainability Innovation Hub housed in the heartlands of Singapore, is bringing back the Future Forest Festival! On Saturday, November 30th, 4 PM onwards, join the Future Forest Festival at Vidacity (3A Pasir Ris Drive 6, Singapore 519422) for an evening of eco-inspiration: - Immerse yourself in nature-based activities. - Explore conservation and regeneration initiatives. - Groove to live jungle music and discover a sustainable marketplace - Catch Our Better World in action as we participate in a fireside chat and showcase our stories on an indigenous tribe reforesting their land in the Philippines, the people of Bali co-creating a system of recycling in villages, and a Malaysian organisation empowering people with skills and free plants to green their spaces Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/g7kU6n4G

"Is that a school?" It used to be, but today it is Vidacity - a Sustainability Innovation Hub in the heartlands of Singapore. Sprouted from a vision where eco start-ups can come together to collaborate and exchange resources, its founders have made this a reality amidst a range of support; from initiatives and grants like SG Eco Fund (from Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, Singapore) and Enterprise Singapore, to the Singaporean-next-door who engage in their activities with curious enthusiasm! One of these activities is the upcoming Future Forest Festival, which you can join with your friends and family for an evening of eco-innovation inspiration! Learn more about how Vidacity is bringing together Singaporeans to reimagine a better earth at: https://lnkd.in/gpN7Ap-g