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Learning valuable new skills, connecting with your community, and appreciating the ingredients of more sustainable living (including well-considered product design) feels good. Just ask the Repair Kopitiam coaches! There’s a team of around 1,200 volunteer repair coaches driving the Repair Kopitiam initiative with co-founder Veerappan Swaminathan. Their network of free monthly repair clinics for the public is their conduit for spreading the culture of mending all around Singapore. With the number of clinic locations steadily growing and repair slots being quickly booked out, it’s clear that they are building a movement. Shifting mindsets about consumption and diverting objects from the trash are their twin goals. Newly formed friendships among coaches make the experience that much sweeter. Read more about how Repair Kopitiam is making a positive impact on people and the planet by heading to bit.ly/pod-repairkopitiam. – Organised by the DesignSingapore Council, People of Design celebrates the everyday visionaries who are delivering extraordinary impact through design. These innovators defy the stereotype that design is only for designers or that it is merely about aesthetics – it is a tool for positive change that is accessible to everyone. #DesignSingaporeCouncil #PeopleOfDesign

Sustainable production. What’s that all about….   As part of our ongoing efforts to contribute to a more eco-friendly advertising industry, we’ve begun reexamining our processes and investigating new ways of working. We start by breaking down our core concept to find opportunities to leverage sustainable practices while keeping creativity and quality at heart. When an initial concept involves a multi-location shoot with set construction and flying in a Director and DOP from abroad, this will have a big influence on the production’s carbon footprint and makes it a great candidate for more streamlined and sustainable ways of working.   With a little ingenuity, we are often able to move our productions closer to more environmentally friendly workflows.   🎥  Take our recent collaboration with Profijt Meubel Nederland, for example. We shot this project in our own studio, taking advantage of our in-house LED lighting and re-using previously fabricated decor assets updated by our marvelous set designer Nicole de Werk. Combining these sustainable elements also allowed us to keep crews lean. As with every production, there were logistic challenges along the way, but we managed to work as sustainably as possible within the boundaries of time and budget.   We are continuously learning with each production that we take on and our sustainability expertise has grown alongside that journey. And although it is not always possible to source clothing from our pre-existing stock AND build the entire set with recycled materials, we see it as a challenge to take a small step in the right direction over and over again.   💬 Are you interested in learning more about how we're making greener ads or would you like to use our studio for your next shoot? Send us a message! Let's work together to make advertising more sustainable for everyone.   #SustainableAdvertising #Drbarefoot #greenproduction See the advertisement here: https://lnkd.in/eYgsCSD9

國立臺北大學攜手鎧應科技 打造智慧節能電子紙課表系統 National Taipei University Teams Up with CAYIN Technology to Launch an Eco-Friendly E-Paper Class Schedule System 國立臺北大學與鎧應科技攜手合作，運用電子紙技術打造創新校園課表系統。這套系統結合智慧顯示與環保設計，不僅節能減碳，還能即時更新課程資訊，為現代化校園帶來全新體驗。讓我們一起探索智慧校園的新篇章！ National Taipei University has partnered with CAYIN Technology to develop an innovative e-paper class schedule system. This cutting-edge solution combines smart displays with eco-friendly design, offering energy-saving features and real-time updates. Experience the future of modern, sustainable campuses today! #國立臺北大學 #鎧應科技 #電子紙 #智慧校園 #節能環保 #課表系統 #創新科技 #資訊顯示 #智慧教育 #校園科技 #NationalTaipeiUniversity #CAYINTechnology #EPaper #SmartCampus #EcoFriendly #ClassSchedule #InnovativeTech #DigitalDisplay #SmartEducation #CampusTechnology

In the latest edition of our Innovations report (https://lnkd.in/duH4db9r) we wrote about the most sustainable lipsticks that were released in 2024 on the supply side. What makes a lipstick more sustainable? Is it its shape? Its choice of material? Its design or something else? From TESEM Group's BRI&Va Technology to COSMOGEN 's Paper Lipstick, here is a selection of the latest innovations for lips 💄

🌟 Happy New Year from BEAMP! 🌟 As we enter 2025, we reflect on the incredible progress made by BEAMP solution providers in transforming Singapore’s Built Environment sector. BEAMP continues to source innovative solutions to industry challenges, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of innovation and meaningful partnerships between solution providers and industry players. *2024 Milestones* Last year, we saw remarkable success with collaborative projects driving tangible impact. From 2023 to date: 🛠️ Four projects have completed the Accelerate Solution Development (ASD) phase, refining solutions to meet market needs through pilots. 🌏 Three projects have concluded the Market Development (MD) phase, expanding refined solutions to new markets. From robotics automating concrete grinding to AI-powered video analytics enhancing on-site productivity, our solution providers are tackling diverse challenges with cutting-edge technologies. For instance, ConcreteAI's innovative methodology for measuring in-situ concrete strength is a game changer—boosting productivity, improving quality assurance, and reducing embodied carbon for more sustainable construction. The infographic below presents a few high-level highlights of the progress made under BEAMP in the past year. *Looking Ahead* Stay tuned for success stories from our solution providers this January and February. Together, we’ll continue tackling challenges, driving innovation, and shaping the future of Singapore’s Built Environment. Here’s to another year of progress and collaboration! 🎉

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Gabriel Kay has brewed a groundbreaking solution to e-waste with his award-winning "Osiris" modular kettle. Designed to be repairable with just a screwdriver, this innovative product allows anyone to replace defective parts with ease, addressing the throwaway culture of small household electronics. Inspired by the Egyptian god of rebirth, Osiris is a beacon for sustainable design and practical DIY solutions. Gabriel’s vision for the kettle began at Leicester’s De Montfort University, where he aimed to revolutionize the repair process, making it feel as simple as swapping a vacuum cleaner dust bag. His work has earned him accolades from New Designers and Green Grads, where he continues to champion sustainable ideas that "heal the planet." Green Grads founder Barbara Chandler applauded Gabriel’s efforts, emphasizing that repairable products like his kettle can reduce waste while encouraging longevity in design. As e-waste grows at alarming rates, Gabriel’s creation shines as a practical and scalable solution to help tackle this global challenge. Original author: Robin Eveleigh . Great News Summary made with help from ChatGPT. https://lnkd.in/ea3T5hp7

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