by Abriel | May 11, 2020 | 2020, Quality Education
Nearly 250 students in Singapore will receive new laptops for learning in an initiative rolled out by the United Overseas Bank (UOB) and its partners. A COVID-19 relief effort, UOB My Digital Space is a regional programme that aims to support students’ digital...
by Abriel | May 10, 2020 | 2020, Responsible Consumption & Production
Prawn shells, orange peels and apple cores get tossed into the bin every day without a second thought. But scientists here have found a way to turn them into chitin, a biopolymer that can be made into food-grade packaging, using an organic process. The biodegradable...
by Abriel | May 9, 2020 | 2020, Sustainable Cities & Communities, What Inspires You?
Dr Skye Yeo, 46, who is close to her 77-year-old mother, wondered how other seniors, some might be living alone, were coping with being cooped up at home during the circuit breaker period. She wanted a way to brighten up their days and came up with the idea for...
by Abriel | May 8, 2020 | 2020, Climate Action
Movement restrictions have led to blue skies in some parts of Southeast Asia, creating a respite from air pollution. The World Health Organisation says the region’s hazardous air causes about 800,000 deaths a year, and the brighter skies underscore how dependent the...
by Abriel | May 8, 2020 | 2020, Climate Action
The National Environment Agency (NEA) has committed $1.76 million to a new fund for alleviating food wastage problems. The agency yesterday announced the Food Waste Fund, which will cover the cost of implementing food waste treatment solutions for businesses. The fund...
