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Christmas at the South Pole (Almost)
What better way to cap off 2025 than with cute penguins as party companions? On the evening of 4 December 2025, over 150 representatives of SGBC Members gathered at the Penguin Cove in Bird Paradise @ Mandai Wildlife Reserve for the annual SGBC Christmas celebration. Against the delightful backdrop of diving penguins, attendees shared laughter, […]
What better way to cap off 2025 than with cute penguins as party companions? On the evening of 4 December 2025, over 150 representatives of SGBC Members gathered at the
4 December 2025
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News
Be Recognised as a Company of Good
This is your opportunity to be recognised at the national level for your organisation’s commitment to Corporate Purpose and impact through the National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre’s Company of Good (COG) Recognition System. Organisations that act with purpose not only create positive impact but also strengthen performance, drive innovation, and build trust with stakeholders who […]
This is your opportunity to be recognised at the national level for your organisation’s commitment to Corporate Purpose and impact through the National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre’s Company of Good
3 December 2025
Insights
Insights
Humidity Control: The Missing Piece of Sustainable Cooling
Singapore’s Go 25 movement encourages indoor air-conditioning setpoints of aorund 25°C to reduce energy consumption and advance net-zero targets. Yet in a tropical climate, temperature alone cannot deliver comfort, health, or energy efficiency if the air remains humid. Humidity control, specifically maintaining a lower dew point and approximately 50% relative humidity (RH). This is the […]
Singapore’s Go 25 movement encourages indoor air-conditioning setpoints of aorund 25°C to reduce energy consumption and advance net-zero targets. Yet in a tropical climate, temperature alone cannot deliver comfort, health,
28 November 2025
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Insights
Cool Stories from Cool Leaders
Hear from the organisations who have embraced Go 25 and seen the benefits. From happier tenants to reduced energy use, their stories show what is possible when comfort and sustainability meet. Click here to read more.
Hear from the organisations who have embraced Go 25 and seen the benefits. From happier tenants to reduced energy use, their stories show what is possible when comfort and sustainability
24 November 2025
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News
Go 25: A cooler way to reduce costs and emissions
In Singapore’s tropical climate, air-conditioning is one way to keep cool. Yet in many office buildings, air-con settings are set lower than necessary, leading to excessive cooling and unnecessary energy use. It’s not uncommon to see office workers in jackets and sweaters, trying to stay warm in overly cold indoor spaces. A temperature setting of […]
In Singapore’s tropical climate, air-conditioning is one way to keep cool. Yet in many office buildings, air-con settings are set lower than necessary, leading to excessive cooling and unnecessary energy
14 November 2025
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Building a Sustainable & Resilient Singapore
The annual BRI-SGBC Seminar, co-organised by the Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) and the HDB Building & Research Institute (BRI), successfully convened industry professionals to explore how research, design innovation, and construction technology are shaping a greener built environment. The session provided actionable insights and real-world solutions for enhancing climate resilience and advancing decarbonisation. Key […]
The annual BRI-SGBC Seminar, co-organised by the Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) and the HDB Building & Research Institute (BRI), successfully convened industry professionals to explore how research, design innovation,