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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Read our latest news and events on sustainability in Singapore
Analyses & Studies
Temasek establishes the Asia Sustainable Foods Platform to accelerate the commercialisation of sustainable foods in Asia
This article was first published by Temasek Singapore. The Asia Sustainable Foods Platform aims to alleviate "friction-to-adoption" by providing…
Companies news
Arianespace Signs Net Zero Space Agreement, Reflecting Its Proactive Commitment To Sustainable Space
At the fourth Paris Peace Forum, Arianespace became one of the first companies to sign the Net Zero Space charter, designed to reduce space debris…
Companies news
Public Grants & Financing Capabilities in Singapore Targeting Sustainability
Singapore is committed to develop a sustainable and liveable city, and is already known internationally as a city in a garden. To further improve our…
Analyses & Studies
Satisfying the Global Appetite for Sustainable Proteins
WHY SUSTAINABLE PROTEINS? Savouring a juicy steak or grilled fish may be a good source of protein in our diets. But more sustainable protein products…
Analyses & Studies
Spotlight on Stephanie Rigourd, Partner and Sommelier of Vintage Wine Club
Why sustainability matters and how it is achieved in the wine industry?
Event report
Bizsu Climate Fresk Workshop
Thank you Rajul Priyadarshini, Climate Fresk facilitator at Bizsu, for hosting the Climate Fresk workshop at the French Chamber of…
Companies news
Bolloré Logistics Singapore Launches Biodiesel Haulage Service With L'oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific
Bolloré Logistics Singapore and L'Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific have jointly a launched a biofuel solution for local trucking services that will be…
Companies news
The Wattway Solution by Colas is a breakthrough in sustainability
Wattway Solution, co-developed by Colas and the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission, is a breakthrough innovation that provides…
Companies news
Air France-KLM accelerates its environmental transition and commits - with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) - to setting targets in line with the Paris Agreement to limit global warming
Air France-KLM commits to setting additional CO2 reduction targets for 2035, in addition to its ambition to reach net zero emissions by 2050 The…
Event report
Economics of Biodiversity - The Future Role of Financial Institutions
The French Chamber is pleased to co-organise yesterday's event with Nele Cornelis, Executive Director of the European Chamber of Commerce. Our…
Companies news
The Matcha Initiative: Engaging people on a corporate sustainable journey
Deploying a sustainable mindset/policy/action in a company might seem complicated for people in the first place: - What can I do? - How can I do…
Companies news
Carbon Copy: The state of play on the six key issues at UN climate conference COP26
The article first appeared in The Straits Times on Oct 23, 2021. The United Nations climate change conference, COP26, will begin on Oct 31 in…