On Saturday afternoon, speakers and panellists gathered at the Conscious Festival in Singapore in front of a curious crowd to discuss ethical opportunities in the climate crisis amongst businesses. We heard from small business and large corporations, all uniting to find ways that we can all work together to fight the climate crisis.Â
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During the fifth Conscious Festival powered by Holland & Barratt in Singapore, we hosted four juicy Talks packed with riveting stories and actionable advice across key themes, including Wellbeing, Planet, Fashion, and Business. If you missed out, fret not, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know.
The Talks are always a highlight of our…
We came, we saw, we conquered—now we recap the highlights from the year’s Conscious Festival in Singapore, which took place at South Beach last week. Were you there? Whether you were or you weren’t, take a look back through some of our favourite moments.
More than 4,000 people descended upon the Conscious Festival last weekend…
This week's headlines are intense. We talk about the US withdrawing from the Paris climate accords and what that means for the world. Eleven thousand scientists unite to warn the world of the coming climate crisis. And OCBC Bank is finally actually going coal-free, and more.
1. The US withdraws from the Paris Agreement.
Many…
In advance of the UN Global Compact Network Singapore Summit next month, we caught up with Pieter Nuboer, former Chief Operating Officer of DSM-ERBER, to find out why the world needs to switch to a low-carbon economy, and how leaders of big business must drive the transition.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)…
The wait is finally over and we are thrilled to announce the 30 inspirational individuals who are making a difference and saving the world.
We've been waiting all year long for this: our Green Warriors, photo series, exhibition and award is BACK with its third edition! Our campaign is a tribute and celebration of 30…
Saving Trees and Tigers
For promoting nature and culture conservation, and eco-living through environmental education
Teresa Teo Guttensohn is the President and Co-founder of Cicada Tree Eco-Place, an environmental education NGO formed in response to the rapid decline of natural habitats, biodiversity loss, and climate change. An eco-artist and wildlife activist, Teresa also advocates for the…
A Denim RevolutionÂ
For creating an on-demand supply chain to address fashion waste
Walden held leadership roles at lululemon, IDEO, Goldman Sachs and GGV Capita before launching unspun, a customised jeans shop. He also invested in world-positive consumer ventures and has an MBA from Stanford University. Originally from Hong Kong, he now leads the business team…
The Recycling King
For providing accountable and measurable waste management solutions to both commercial and residential clients
Philippe Li is the Business Development Manager for HK Recycles, a social enterprise that tackles Hong Kong's socio-environmental problems by providing accountable and measurable waste management solutions and provides full-time employment opportunities for the underprivileged. Philippe is responsible for…
Taking Litter Picking To The Max
For cleaning up the Hong Kong coast through adventures
An adventurer, explorer and speaker, Paul has mapped the trash pollution of Hong Kong Islands coastline and captured the adventure in the award-winning film "The Loop". Alongside his wife, Esther (who is also one of our Green Warriors!), he has removed…