Learn about RP's involvement in sustainability initiatives and activities.
October 2024
This year’s Reflections Arts Festival embraced the theme Bhumi, uniting the RP community in a shared dedication to addressing urgent environmental issues. Through each performance, the festival aimed to inspire more sustainable practices in creativity and the arts, celebrating both the beauty of our planet and the peace it provides to all.Among the festival’s various events was MUSE XIII – Elemental, a unique performance held on 19 October 2024 at the TRCC Theatre. Aligned with Bhumi’s themes, the concert explored the fundamental elements of nature—Earth, Water, Fire, and Air—brought to life by student and alumni choreographers who immersed themselves in research to express the essence of these elements. In a sustainable effort, many dancers reused costumes from previous shows, resulting in savings of approximately $10,000 and reflecting the festival’s commitment to eco-conscious choices.
Additional festival highlights included:
Eco-Friendly Catering: Featuring 20% vegetarian options, the festival’s catering promoted the environmental benefits of plant-based diets.
Student Engagement: Over 620 RP students contributed to the festival, participating in events such as:- Opening Launch/Exhibition- An Evening of Music, Fun, and Friends – Closing Walls and Ticking Clocks- Symphonie De Republique – On Atlas’ Shoulders- Kancil- World Drum Night – Songs of Our Land
The Reflections Arts Festival 2024 encouraged everyone to embrace sustainability and cherish the planet we call home. Let us continue to bring the spirit of Bhumi into our everyday actions and artistic pursuits, making each step a meaningful one for our environment!
Jan 2024
RP has recently earned the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) Green Mark Award (Platinum Super Low Energy) — a recognition for our commitment to top-tier energy efficiency, utilisation of renewable energy, and intelligent energy management strategies in our buildings.
Encompassing efficient energy systems, water management initiatives, and the use of eco-friendly building materials, our dedication to sustainability goes beyond the infrastructure. At RP, we leverage innovative design and technology to strengthen our environmental sustainability efforts.
Jan - Mar 2024
A Local Service-Learning Project titled "Save That Pen," led by RP School of Engineering's Diploma in Supply Chain Management, ran from January to March 2024. The primary goal was to raise awareness about sustainable practices by promoting the use of pen refills. The students took a hands-on approach, creating four recycling bins from recycled materials and dustbins provided by the Office of Estates (OES). The bins were strategically placed across different areas of RP to encourage broad participation.
The operational process involved carefully sorting of donated items, including refillable pens and markers. Refillable items are replenished pen and marker refills for donation to beneficiaries. Non-refillable pens with remaining ink were either donated or reused, aligning with the project's aim of minimising waste. Pens that were no longer refillable due to depleted ink were responsibly disposed of in recycling bins designated for plastic recycling. Through this innovative and conscientious initiative, "Save That Pen" aimed to foster environmental responsibility and sustainability within the RP community.
May - July 2023
In a display of community engagement and sustainable practices, RP hosted a campus-wide clothes collection drive from May to July 2023. The initiative was a resounding success, gathering an impressive 3,732 pieces of clothing. The garments were meticulously sorted, first by suitability for redistribution, and then by size and gender. Of these, 479 pieces were donated to the Thye Hua Kwan Home For Disabled @ Sembawang, providing warmth and support to those in need. The remaining 2,477 pieces were entrusted to Swapaholic, a valued industry collaborator, for further redistribution.
Demonstrating a commitment to responsible disposal, 776 pieces in less-than-ideal condition were thoughtfully repurposed. We partnered with LittleSkoolHouse @ RP, where cloth scraps were used for the centre’s Year-End Concert costumes. Additionally, a textile upcycling workshop was held with K1 and K2 preschoolers from LittleSkoolHouse @ RP. Furthering the ethos of sustainability, Whooper Crafts, an innovative online yarn store startup founded by RP student Wani Azmi, received support with 776 pieces.
This initiative earned both the "Vanda Miss Joaquim" Award and the Best 3R Award at the School Green Awards, a prestigious event organised by the Singapore Environment Council.
May 2023
RP participated in the Keep Clean, Singapore! (KCS) campaign on 13 May 2023, organised by the Public Hygiene Council. Led by the Office of Student and Graduate Affairs (OSG), we played a key role in coordinating the event alongside the Public Hygiene Council and various RP clubs and interest groups.
In collaboration with volunteers from different organisations, 243 RP students, representing various clubs and interest groups, along with Mr. Ashley Chua (Senior Director of Student Services), demonstrated their commitment to environmental sustainability. They partnered with numerous organisations and community groups to contribute to a comprehensive island-wide clean-up effort.
The event attracted 4,500 participants who gathered at the F1 Pit Building to take part in the clean-up, setting a new record for the highest number of individuals participating in a single-location clean-up. Mr. Chan Chun Sing, Minister for Education, graced the occasion as the guest of honour.
April 2023
The Sembawang Nature Guidebook, a collaborative effort between RP students from the Conservation Interest Group (Con IG) and Marine Science Interest Group (MSIG), in partnership with Sembawang Town Council and NParks, showcases a strong dedication to environmental awareness and education.
Launched on 16 April 2023, during Sembawang's Sustainability Day, this guidebook serves as a comprehensive resource unveiling the rich biodiversity found in both Sembawang Park and Sembawang Hot Spring Park. At the launch event, members from Con IG and MSIG actively engaged with the community and led nature walks for residents of Sembawang GRC. Additionally, these dedicated individuals played a pivotal role in a tree-planting event at Bukit Canberra, contributing to the community's green initiatives.
This initiative reflects our commitment to environmental conservation and desire to foster a deeper connection between the community and the natural wonders surrounding us.