Beverage Packaging to Get Refundable Deposit in Container Return Scheme
The scheme, recommended by the 2019 Citizens' Workgroup on #RecycleRight, will see plastic bottles and metal drink cans to get a refundable deposit of 10 cents.
CLIMATE CHANGE
Singapore Aims to Plant 80,000 Trees by 2030
by: The Beat Asia
October 21, 2022
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Lights Off! Singapore to Observe Earth Hour on March 24-26
Taking place at the Esplanade - Theatres, this year’s iteration aims to raise awareness about the significance of preserving the planet for future generations.
City Turns Blue: Singapore Illuminates 54 Buildings on World Water Day
The lighting event, dubbed “City Turns Blue,” is intended to raise awareness about water conservation and climate change in observation of World Water Day.
Major S’pore Supermarkets to Charge for Disposable Bags Starting July
Major supermarkets like NTUC FairPrice and Cold Storage will be required to charge a minimum of five cents for each disposable carrier bag starting July 3.