Pasir Ris Sustainability Action Group

09/06/2026

Thank you, Virogreen! On 30 May, our Pasir Ris Sustainability Action Group and our Pasir Ris neighbours travelled down to Virogreen to see exactly what happens to our e-waste after we drop it off.

A few things that stuck with us:
(a) EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) under the Resource Sustainability Act now makes producers responsible for collecting and recycling what they sell. The introduction gave us the e-waste collection network we have today.
(b) E-waste is more than handphones. By weight, the bulk is large appliances — washing machines, fridges and TVs — plus all those wires and power banks hiding in our drawers.
(c) Storage devices go through proper secured data destruction (degaussing, crushing, shredding) before anything else — so we can recycle that old laptop with real peace of mind.
(d) Batteries do not belong in the blue bin (think 🔥 !) Tossed in there, they can spark fires in trucks and recycling plants. "Wish-cycling" is real, and it does more harm than good.

The best part was being hands-on with the dismantling process, and getting a behind-the-scenes look at how our e-waste is handled and recovered.

Want to recycle your e-waste too? Find your nearest drop-off point here:
🔗 nea.gov.sg/our-services/waste-management/3r-programmes-and-resources/e-waste-management/where-to-recycle-e-waste

And a heartfelt thank our neighbours who came along! Really wonderful learning, asking questions and caring for our environment together ♻️

08/06/2026

Happy World Oceans Day! 🌊
For us in Pasir Ris, the beach is in our backyard. Every beach clean-up, every intertidal walk, every Kayak n Klean is really just us spending time with a shore we've come to love.

Our beach clean-ups pulls trash off the sand and our intertidal walks keep reminding us how much life is quietly thriving out there.

We protect what we love. Thanks to everyone who keeps showing up for our shores at every activity 🌊

14/05/2026

Ever wondered what happens to your old phones, laptops, and electronic devices after you throw them away? Come find out with us!

📍 Learning Journey to Virogreen
🗓️ Date: 30 May 2026 (Sat)
⏰ Time: 8.45am – 1pm
📌 Meet at: Api Api Room, Pasir Ris Central CC
Blk 536 Pasir Ris Drive 1, S(510536)

Organised by the Pasir Ris Sustainability Action Group, this learning journey will bring you behind the scenes of one of Singapore's leading e-waste recycling facilities, where you will:

☑️Explore the landscape of e-waste management in Singapore
☑️Discover how Virogreen contributes to environmental sustainability and responsible resource management

This learning journey is specially curated for Pasir Ris residents and is open to participants aged 7 and above.

Slots are limited — sign up fast:
👉 www.go.gov.sg/sag-learningjourney

13/05/2026

Looking for a fun and meaningful weekend activity with the family? 🌱♻️
Head down to EcoConnect @ Pasir Ris Central Hawker Centre this Saturday and discover how small everyday actions can make a big difference for our environment!
From upcycling workshops and beeswax wrap demonstrations to zero-waste challenges and sustainability exhibits, there’s something for everyone to explore and learn 💚
🗓️ 16 May 2026 (Saturday) 10am – 2pm
📍 Pasir Ris Central Hawker Centre

​https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/free-eco-workshop-cap-tivating-creations-with-biogirl-mj-tickets-1988816798582?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/free-eco-workshop-beeswax-wrap-packaging-tickets-1988961833385

10/05/2026

Thank you to Dr Srikkanth Ramachandran and Valerie Phua for an engaging Eco Convo about decarbonisation held on 26 April 2026.

As we look toward a low-carbon future, here is some food for thought:

Many large companies have now committed to Net Zero targets, leaving us with a choice: do we wait for these promises to unfold, or dismiss them immediately as "not enough"?

While it is easy to view reporting as mere regulatory compliance, we could also see it as a first step. A claim today, followed by consistent action, can become identity over time.

Finally, remember that "voting with your wallet" is never too small. Collectively, our individual choices create the necessary pressure to complement government policy and corporate shifts.

Swipe through to see the highlights!

18/04/2026

Join us this Earth Day as we come together to share stories that connect and inspire us through nature.

As conservationist Peter Forbes said, “Stories create community and enable us to see through the eyes of other people.”

Let’s create new stories and deepen our connection with nature and our community.

📅 25 April 2026 (Saturday)
🌱 9:00am to 10:30am – Tree Planting
🌿 11:30am to 1:00pm – Mangrove Walk
🎨 2:00pm to 4:00pm – Therapeutic Art

📅 26 April 2026 (Sunday)
📖 8:00am to 10:30am – Storywalk
🛶 9:00am to 1:00pm – Kayak n Klean
🌱 9:00am to 10:30am – Plant Clinic
💬 12:00pm to 2:00pm – Eco-Convo on Decarbonisation

Come experience these stories with us, and add your own along the way. 🌱
Register here: www.go.gov.sg/earthday-2026

05/04/2026

Our annual Earth Day celebration will be happening on 25 & 26 April 2026, and this year’s theme is “Connecting with Nature Through Stories.”

Across two days, join us as we explore, share, and experience the stories of Pasir Ris — from our mangroves and coastlines to the everyday moments people have with nature in our neighbourhood.
Look forward to:
🌱 Tree planting
🌿 Mangrove walk
🎨 Therapeutic Art session
🛶Kayak n Klean
📖 Storywalk
🦋 Plant Clinic
💬 Eco-convo on decarbonisation

Come explore at your own pace and be part of the story.
👉 Register here: www.go.gov.sg/earthday-2026

22/03/2026

11/03/2026

A small habit from each of us helps build a more sustainable and greener home for our community.

28/02/2026

We spent the morning planting 20 Derum Bukit (Cratoxylum maingayi Dyer) - https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/flora/3/6/3685

We can’t wait to see them mature and blanket the area in their signature pink blossoms. A huge thank you to the amazing residents who joined us today; we couldn't have done it without you!💪