The Collectives
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Fashion, Nature, Plastic, Tech, Food Waste
Fashion Collective
Fashion Parade
Fashion Parade is a youth-led movement transforming fashion into a force for social and environmental good. Through educational content, sustainable installations, and hands-on upcycling workshops, they empower communities to take meaningful action towards a more sustainable fashion industry. With over 150 volunteers, They have conducted more than 100 upcycling workshops across Singapore, reached thousands of youths, and collaborated with key stakeholders including NVPC, *SCAPE, and NUS. They have also been nominated for Sustainability-Focused Media Platform of the Year for three consecutive years.
Commenhers
Commenhers is a Singapore-based upcycling design studio and social enterprise transforming retired textiles and discarded materials into purposeful products. Through corporate gifts, creative workshops and community collaborations, They help businesses and individuals rethink waste and discover the possibilities of upcycling. Their work creates flexible income opportunities for seniors and underserved women, bringing environmental sustainability and social inclusion together. They believe materials deserve a second life, and people deserve opportunities to create meaningful change.
The Interchange
The Interchange is an interdisciplinary design hub driven by a singular aim: to carve pathways towards a circular economy.They believe that moving away from a linear economy is already a reality, but it will take more than just reducing, reusing and recycling. They think that waste is a design flaw, so they fix it.
With design, they bring out the best qualities of each material, reimagining its uses into functional, everyday items. They share their learnings to empower communities and organisations to turn waste into opportunity, be it through workshops, showcases, talks, or their lab. For sustainable practices to be second nature, it needs to first be accessible.
Nature Collective
Save The Wave
Save The Wave is an organisation focused on advocacy against marine litter. Since 2024 we have been organising outreach programmes, such as our flagship biannual cleanups as well as activations across the island, building to our vision of youth-focused action for sustainability and for the future of our oceans. Thus far, we have removed over 13000 kg of waste from our oceans, and have worked with more than 880 volunteers. We are always continually growing and we invite you to be a part of our battle for the future!
A.R.K Initiative
A.R.K Initiative is a youth-led, non-profit ground-up initiative with the mission of “Building opportunities for all to collectively achieve a One Health Society.” Guided by the One Health framework, we champion sustainability and conservation through an integrated, multidisciplinary approach. We bridge diverse fields by connecting youths, environmental groups, institutions and companies to foster cross-sector collaborations, facilitate resource-sharing and empower collective action towards a more sustainable future for people, animals and the environment.
Jane Goodall Institute (Singapore)
The Jane Goodall Institute (Singapore) is the local chapter of the global organisation founded by Dr. Jane Goodall. Guided by Dr. Jane’s belief that every person can make a difference, they empower individuals to make a positive difference for all living things. In Singapore, we put the APE philosophy — to make positive impact on Animals, People, and the Environment — into action through our Roots & Shoots youth action programme, which inspires and empowers young people to turn compassion into action through service-learning projects.
Plastic Collective
Cirqulo
Cirqulo is a homegrown Singaporean circular brand that turns hard-to-recycle soft plastics, such as plastic bags, packaging film and courier mailers, into durable everyday essentials. Their mission is to keep single-use plastic out of incineration and show that waste can be a resource. Through hands-on upcycling workshops, retail products and corporate gifts, They have diverted over 1,200 kg of plastic and engaged more than 1,000 participants. They champion waste reduction, circular design and inclusive production.
Semula
Semula is a Singapore-based circular materials enterprise transforming plastic waste into beautiful, functional and purposeful products. Through innovative recycling processes, we give discarded plastics new life as furniture, architectural materials, awards and everyday objects.
Beyond manufacturing, Semula champions environmental education through hands-on workshops and community engagement programmes that make sustainability tangible and accessible.
PlasticTinkers
Plastictinkers focus on giving plastic waste a second life through recycling and 3D printing. They transform used plastics into functional products such as lifestyle items, sculptures, and custom merchandise, while also delivering hands-on sustainability workshops for schools, organisations, and communities. Their mission is not only to raise awareness about plastic waste, but to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to take action, bridging the gap between sustainability education and real-world impact.
Food Collective
We are a food waste stewardship social enterprise helping businesses across Singapore manage their food waste effectively and ensure it is diverted to its highest and best use,
from redistribution and reuse to upcycling and resource recovery. With technology, D2L.sg helps businesses manage their food waste while providing reporting on their environmental and social impact.
BugBoom is a Singapore-based circular economy startup dedicated to transforming organic solid waste into valuable resources through innovative, science-driven solutions. Founded in 2024, BugBoom addresses the growing challenge of food and solid waste management by deploying aerobic microbial-accelerated composting machines across a range of capacities, from small-scale 5kg units to industrial 1000kg systems. Beyond composting technology, BugBoom harnesses Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) bioconversion to produce nutrient-rich frass biofertiliser, closing the loop on organic waste streams. BugBoom also runs sustainability workshops for educational institutions, empowering students and adults with the knowledge and tools to drive meaningful environmental change.
Ento Industries is a Singapore-based organic waste management and carbon reduction company powered by advanced Black Soldier Fly (BSF) systems. We transform suitable food waste into valuable resources, including insect-based protein and organic fertiliser, supporting a more circular and sustainable food system. Through our innovative technology and sustainability education programmes, we aim to reduce food waste, promote resource recovery, and inspire individuals, schools and businesses to take practical action towards a more sustainable future.
Tech Collective
Dedicated to community building and empowerment. This dynamic hub serves as a platform for inclusive learning and skill development, offering a range of classes and services designed to engage and enrich our community. Our ethos revolves around accessibility and affordability, ensuring that knowledge and resources are within reach for all.
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