Oosh launches Project Carbon Lock to upcycle food packaging waste
The three-phase project aims to recycle discarded Oosh items into new goods.
Bluu Seafood to launch cultivated seafood products in Singapore
After the approval of its cultivated chicken products in 2020, Bluu Seafood aims to enter the Singapore market with its Bluu’s cultivated fish by the end of next year.
Flor De Caña brings back its sustainable cocktail challenge
From July 1 to 31 July, competitors will compete in local finals before moving on to the Apac regionals.
Alt-meat made from ‘air’ – Solein – unveiled in Singapore
Solar Foods CEO Pasi Vainikka, emphasised the importance of this innovation, marking the first time in history that edible calories can be produced without the need for photosynthesis.
Singaporean startup creates the ultimate alt-plastic food containers
Alterpacks uses food thrown out by manufacturers to create food containers that can go back into the ecosystem.
Flash Coffee to serve Oatside oat milk by default in bold alt-milk move
In other words, if a customer wants cow’s milk in their latte, they need to ask when ordering.
15 fine-dining restaurants around the world with plant-based options
With the number of people moving to a lifestyle of eating less meat, cafes, restaurants, fast food joints and even fine-dining restaurants have begun offering plant-based options on their menus.
Why Asean needs a regulatory framework for alternative proteins
Alternative proteins have become a key substitute food source that promises to reduce many of the detrimental effects of meat production.
Lululemon debuts activewear made from plant-based nylon
According to Lululemon, it took two years of research and development to create the material, which delivers “high-performance benefits at a lower carbon footprint”.
Singapore scientist turns fruit waste into material that can be used to purify water
“What people see as waste, we see as a source of wealth,” he concluded. “Be part of the solution, not part of the pollution.”
Palm oil boycotts – are they doing more harm than good?
“Palm oil itself is not the enemy. Unsustainable production practices are what is causing this environmental and social harm.”
Singapore appoints its first Government chief sustainability officer
Liang’s appointment follows the Singapore Green Plan 2030, launched in 2021, as part of the government’s 10-year strategy in strengthening the country’s commitment to the United Nation’s 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and the Paris Agreement
Eat Plant Love’s plant-based mee pok ‘indistinguishable from the real thing’
EPL will serve up seven plant-based alt-seafood and alt-meat products, all halal-certified, free from cholesterol and trans-fats and packed with dietary fibre.
Singapore scientists create batteries made from waste paper
The researchers carbonise the paper by exposing it to high temperatures. Then, the team transforms the fibres from the paper into electrodes, which can put to use in rechargeable batteries that can power smartphones or electric cars.
Singapore butchery to sell cultivated meat in world first
Huber’s will become the first butchery in the world to add a new, locally produced cultivated meat to its display case and bistro menu.