Nga (Mimi) NGUYEN’s Post

Such a memorable evening filled with honesty, pragmatism and curiosity! An absolutely fantastic experience for Kimmy Paulino and I at Sustainability Women to work together with Anne Langourieux Rachel Chiam from The Matcha Initiative and Teri at Singapore Global Network to curate and carry out this event where we all “Dare(d) to Dream” to envision Singapore 2040 towards a thriving sustainable future. It truly was team work.   Collective intelligence of the passionate attendees on topics ranging from Education, Mobility & Transportation, Food Security, to Build & Natural Environment, Alternative Business Models and discussing action areas on how to get there by dawning the role of the individual, public, private sector and academia. Shout out to all our exceptional facilitators who helped navigate the group discussion!   An honour to hear real-life examples from our diverse panel:   Rachel Cheang: Promote community ownership and agency, ecosystems need strong communities and to look inward to generate a conversation about what type of returns our investments and capital should be making and for whom Lim Lecarl: Taking us through the nuanced concept of “post-growth”, and sparking questions around how to have a steady-state economy that is in harmony with nature   Mayur Singh: The Green Collective SG Pte Lt (a certified B-Corp) model’s focus on curating, building and scaling sustainable brands; and how the “trust” quotient is such a critical lever in operating businesses   Frantz Braha: SaladStop Group’s efforts of leading the way from a responsible value chain, to product traceability, carbon and impact measurement   Barney Swan: Our moderator for the evening and sharing about the exceptional work at ClimateForce leveraging regenerative agro-forestry and innovative solutioning accelerating nat cap, climate tech opportunities and science ed; posing the difficult question around galvanising and tapping the funding channels / instruments   The discussions resonated with one of the key themes during the ongoing Ecosperity Week on how saving nature is key - supply chains depend on nature and investors are gradually moving the needle and carrying out nature-friendly investing.   Here’s to keeping the momentum going!

Have you ever tried to eat a durian in one bite? 🤣 Well, that's a bit like how we're tackling sustainability at Korls Arts and Tech Innovation here is SG! While we're not suggesting anyone should attempt the impossible with our favorite spiky fruit, we are all about taking measured, deliberate steps to make Singapore greener, one bite-sized stride at a time! 🦁🍃 🚶♂️ Making Strides: We're committed to revolutionizing the event industry, one eco-friendly booth at a time. Our strides involve sourcing sustainable materials, reducing waste, and leaving a lighter footprint on this sunny island we call home. 👣 Baby Steps: Just like learning to walk, we're taking it slow and steady, always looking for ways to improve our sustainability efforts. Whether it's finding more eco-conscious suppliers or introducing recycling initiatives, every baby step counts! 🍽️ Bite Sizes: Sustainability isn't just a feast; it's served in bite-sized portions. We believe that small, consistent changes can have a big impact. So, we're encouraging everyone to take a 'sustainability bite' with us - it may be tough to always be sustainable, lets be honest, but we can always be making the steps to opt for eco-friendly alternatives. We're not trying to change the world overnight, but we are determined to play our part in making Singapore a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable place for generations to come. 🌏💚 Join us on this exciting journey! Let's take strides, baby steps, and bite sizes together towards a more sustainable Singapore. 🦶🌿 Drop us an email at info@korlsarts.tech to connect and make a difference together! ✉ 📩 PS: Remember, even a durian is best enjoyed one bite at a time! 😅🇸🇬 #SustainableSingapore #BabyStepsToGreen #OneBiteAtATime

Singapore 🇸🇬! It feels like homecoming to be returning to the red dot nation, a place I called home for 6 years. I’m looking to engage with a dynamic spectrum of leaders in our Lion City 🦁, driving advancements in veganism, gender equality, climate action, and sustainability, including but not limited to:  Founders, entrepreneurs, influencers, officials, policymakers, academics and researchers, scientists, tech engineers, artists, authors, filmmakers, journalists, lecturers, and activists. 🧠✍️📖👨💼👩🔬 During my stay from 26th March to 3rd April, 2024, I would like to bring onboard these change-makers as guests on my podcast, Sustainable Tea with Shreya, to get the scoop on innovations like urban farming and vertical gardens 👩🌾, food waste reduction technologies, renewable energy/ sustainable infrastructure and so on. 🌇 I’m also curious to learn more about the Sustainable Singapore Blueprint and Green Plan 🌿🌱 in line with the country’s commitment to the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and the Paris Agreement and get to know the nitty-gritty of these planet-forward strides and goals. 🌍 Moreover, I’m open to building potential brand partnerships, collaborating on social media initiatives, engaging in value-led discussions, and brainstorming sessions with content creators and other vegan allies to amplify our collective impact. 🤝 I can’t wait to explore all the cultural cornerstones, sustainable attractions, and must-visit vegan joints ��� in the city! Are there any remarkable individuals, fellow vegans, organisations, restaurants or noteworthy travel spots you know of that align with these interests? Do tag them and share your recommendations in the comments below. 💚 Happy to connect! 👋 #singapore #collaboration #vegancommunity #entrepreneurship #storytelling #podcast #letsconnect

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Because business as usual won't keep our world liveable and thriving, we need enthusiastic, strategic pragmatists to guide businesses transitioning towards #CircularBusiness. We are very happy that Lieke Rijken is joining to strengthen the team in Asia. #profittobeproudof #circulareconomy #sustainability #innovation

"You miss every shot you do not take" Today, I was fortunate enough to attend the Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) at EXPO, thanks to Nanyang Polytechnic. Entering EXPO, I was shocked by the vast numbers of booths! Opportunities to learn more about sustainability everywhere. Making use of this imited-time festival, I sat through many insightful sustainability innovations and project talks in just one day. Sitting through meaningful talks such as "ESG Co-lab Workshops: Sustainability - building it to last" and "Project Greenprint", I had learnt invaluable knowledge. However, the talk that definitely stood out for me was "Empowering SMEs for net zero". Not only did they share interesting ways to help support Small and Midsize Enterprises (SMEs) towards sustainability, the MCs were engaging, confident and attentive to questions we had! I would be thrilled and excited to share with you about everything that I have learnt from this ongoing project. However, with its very promising ideas like proliferation, accessibility and many more, it would not be enough to just hear it from me. I would highly recommend you learn more about this project from the professionals by attending it! In this 3-day festivial with more than 6 Halls filled with booths, attending the festivial in a single day is definitely not enough. If you are visiting this festivial in the future, I would definitely suggest visiting the festivial for at least two days. These valuable insights learnt from just visiting and listening to these talks will defintely give you a massive advantage for the ever-changing world, especially as being sustainable is finally gaining awareness!

After a 1-month break, and a festive Lunar New Year celebration, we're on to the last leg of our Sustainability Masterclass Series 🎉 Yesterday was Day 4 of The Matcha Initiative's 6-day Sustainability Masterclass Series, in partnership with Elitez Singapore, and we were off to a great start! Day 4 started off with a sharing on the participants' "homework" assignment, which was to take a moment to appreciate nature and the interconnectivity between people and planet, before diving into Carbon Management and Decarbonisation, Sustainability Accounting, and Climate Risk Management in corporations. Here are some key takeaways: 🌳 A renewed sense of value in nature 🤓 Learn from big market players: Their successes and failures can guide your own corporate sustainability reporting and transition 💪 Sustainability will make companies more competitive and better positioned in the market, but only if they act fast One thing made clear during the training was that Singapore is already feeling the effects of climate change, and companies need to act now. We're excited for the next 2 days, and for the perspectives and learning our participants will gain! A big thank you to the trainers yesterday Ivona Balint-Kowalczyk Anna Håkansson Zuzana Dzurillova, SCR and to Hyeonza Hong for sharing your expertise and insights, to bring the participants through their sustainability journey! Looking to start your company's sustainability transition, or to start a sustainability team? Send us a message, or email team@thematchainitiative.com. #sustainability #sustainabilitycourses #corporatesustainability #sustainabilityleadership

#CventAccelerate in Singapore is coming and one of the most anticipated sessions is this panel discussion about how you can best represent your brand values through more #accessible, #sustainable, and inclusive experiences. https://okt.to/sklpZR

https://lnkd.in/gV9GnNGC This article entitled “She Outgrew the Wish to Be Perfect” triggered me on this sunny Saturday morning at Zen Resort Bali to contemplate the following,   THE FUTURE OF HUMANITY LIES IN THE HANDS OF WOMEN   The 21st Century Imperative to create a sustainable humane world in harmony with Nature cannot be realised without the leadership and active participation of Women who also have the potential to enhance the adoption of sustainable and responsible lifestyles, the root causes of most of the social, environmental and economic crisis worldwide. We live in a gridlocked world of political leaders (mostly men) who are focused on the short-term perspectives of their re-election; businesses ( most men as CEOs) driven by short-term shareholder profits; scientists ( mostly men) dependent on public and private-sector funding constrained from discussing the implications and impacts of their research; people prioritizing their livelihood earnings for their families and restricted from taking a stand on unsustainable policies in their places of work. And yet are women that are naturally endowed with characteristics to be the change makers for a better world of peace, progress and prosperity. The world’s fashion and wellness industry with a focus on the outer beauty – for the eyes -, forgetting that it is the inner beauty - for the heart- that makes us humans humane. "The fashion industry has a destructive and irreversible effect on the environment: it depletes the world of non-renewable resources, releases greenhouse gases ( 4% of Global Emissions) into the atmosphere and drains vast amounts of water and energy." The wellness and business travel and tourism sector is destined to be the largest sector in the future Global Economy and it has the potential to dliver physical, mental, emotional and spriritual experiences, a pre-requisite to adopting sustainable lifestyles essential to secure a sustainable humane world in harmony with one another and the world of Nature. FROM THE ARCHIVES, Earthodyssey.org Inspiring Women for Tomorrow’s World of Sustainability, Prosperity, Harmony, and Peace https://lnkd.in/dgfMWA2J https://lnkd.in/gRYBviqj

Championing Responsible Business in Asia: A Closer Look at Certifications that define companies that are a force for good! 🌏✨ In an era where sustainability and social responsibility are more than just buzzwords, businesses across Asia are stepping up to the challenge, demonstrating that profitability can go hand-in-hand with making a positive impact on the world. From environmental stewardship 🌱 to ethical labor practices 👥 and community engagement 🤝, many companies are committing to practices that benefit not just their bottom line but society at large. At the forefront of this shift are several key certifications and recognitions, guiding businesses on their journey towards greater corporate responsibility. This is not an exhaustive list but a start. Leading the Charge with Global Standards🌟 B Corp Certification Among the most esteemed of these is the B Corp Certification 🏆, a badge of honor for companies balancing purpose with profit. B Corps meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency, setting a global benchmark for responsible business. Fair Trade Certification and LEED Certification These two certifications are also pivotal, emphasizing fair labor practices and environmental sustainability, respectively 🌍💼. These certifications resonate with consumers and stakeholders increasingly concerned with how products are made and the environmental footprint of buildings and operations. Great Place to Work Certification🛠️ Renowned for identifying and recognizing exemplary workplace cultures, this certification is based on employee feedback and is a testament to a company's commitment to creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive work environment. Singapore's Unique Position🇸🇬 In Singapore, the push towards corporate responsibility is embodied by the innovative Company of Good program. Launched by the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre in partnership with the Singapore Business Federation Foundation, the initiative aims to engrain giving into the corporate DNA of Singaporean businesses. The Path Forward🌏➡️ As businesses in Asia continue to navigate the complexities of the 21st century, these certifications and recognitions offer a roadmap for aligning economic success with social and environmental sustainability. Whether it's through achieving global standards like B Corp and LEED or participating in local initiatives like Singapore's Company of Good, businesses have a plethora of avenues to demonstrate their commitment to doing good. Are you a Company of Good? 🌟 Wondering how to embark on this transformative journey? It's time to take the first step towards aligning your business with sustainability and social responsibility principles. Contact TheOneHourProject for Business today and discover how you can contribute to a more sustainable and equitable world💡. Let's get started. 🚀 #socialimpact #csrinitiatives #forceforgood