Sustainability
Towards Sustainable Business
Since 2020, the French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore has been committed to the UN Global Compact corporate responsibility initiative and its principles in the areas of human rights, labour, the environment and anti-corruption.
We view sustainable businesses as businesses which create a positive economic, social and environmental impact, thus creating shared value. The French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore’s ambition is to accompany its members through advocacy, engagement, helping to accelerate progress and fostering collaborations.
The 4 pillars of this strategy are to:
- Offer expert events on sustainability and give access to knowledge to help all members towards becoming sustainable businesses
- Promote the expertise of our members in the field and foster collaborations with Singaporean entities
- Integrate sustainability as part of our services
- Become a sustainable chamber by integrating sustainability into our operations
Launched in 2015 by the United Nations, the 17 Global Goals aim to end poverty by 2030 while protecting our planet’s environment. We are at the start of the “decade of action”. To cut emissions, address climate change and inequality, businesses have stepped up to respond to the new reality of a changed climate. The sustainability revolution is already transforming our economies and the companies that drive them.
Singapore has pledged under the Paris Agreement to reduce its emissions by 36% below 2005 levels by 2030 and to stabilise greenhouse gas emissions with the aim of peaking in 2030. The city state has the ambition of pioneering a smart and sustainable city model and of moving towards a circular economy. It has set targets on increasing its overall recycling rate to 70% and to reduce 30% reduction of waste by 2030. With these objectives in mind, Singapore is counting on businesses to help build a resilient and sustainable Singapore.
The French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore believes that taking part in a sustainable future while promoting sustainable business is key to its mission. With it comes the possibility to make a more efficient use of limited resources, boost profitability, create well-paid and knowledge intensive jobs, take advantage of new enabling technologies and ultimately contribute to the growth of businesses and countries in a cleaner and healthier environment.
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Companies news
Decathlon has been Recognized in TIME Magazine’s Inaugural Edition of the World's Most Sustainable Companies 2024!
Decathlon has been recognized in TIME Magazine’s inaugural edition of the World's Most Sustainable Companies 2024! In a world where environmental and…
Air Liquide Partners in Singapore’s First Operational Hydrogen Refuelling Station (HRS)
Singapore’s first operational Hydrogen Refuelling Station (HRS) is here! Air Liquide Singapore has played a key role in designing and developing this…
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The International French School (Singapore) Awarded the Prestigious "EFE3D" Certification
The International French School (Singapore) has been awarded the prestigious "EFE3D" certification « Établissement français à l’étranger en démarche…
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PUB Calls Tender for Floating Solar Panel Project at Pandan Reservoir
Singapore, 19 June 2024 - PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency has launched a tender for the development of a 55 megawatt-peak (MWp) floating solar…
Event report
Past Event | No more waste: A Circular Economy Collage
This workshop delved into the critical issues surrounding our consumption of natural resources and waste generation. Led by sustainability experts…
Event report
Past Event | France-Singapore Circular Economy Forum
As a key initiative of the Joint Year of Sustainability France-Singapore (JYOS), the France-Singapore Circular Economy Forum, organised by the French…
Event report
Past Event | Circular Economy Innovation Masterclass
Throwback on an immersive workshop organised by the French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore in partnership with The Matcha Initiative, exploring how…
Companies news
Novotel Announces Ocean protection Partnership with WWF
Novotel’s three-year agreement with World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) will champion the protection and restoration of the world’s oceans
Companies news
IDEMIA launches GREENPAY Wallet
IDEMIA proudly participated in the ASIA STARTUP SUMMIT, organized by French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (FCCS) as part of the France-Singapore…
Event report
Past Event | Smart City Strategies for Climate Change Adaptation
The French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore organised an exclusive committee event exploring how Smart cities around the world are leveraging smart…
The Chamber
Joint Year of Sustainability Press Lunch at the French Residence
Singapore and France launched the Joint Year of Sustainability on April the 13th 2024 during PM Wong visit to France, after his meeting with French…
Event report
Past Event | Breakfast Talk - Navigating the Blueprint of Sustainable Aviation
The French Chamber of Commerce started the month of June with a breakfast talk on Navigating the Blueprint of Sustainable Aviation, fostering a…