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Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment

For Individuals

Small actions lead to big impact. Let's start with good personal habits.

Last updated 21 December 2024

Individuals can play a significant role in protecting the environment through various actions and lifestyle changes. Here are some ways you can start!

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

  • Reduce: Use only what you need. For example, you can plan a shopping list to avoid impulsive purchases.

  • Reuse: Re-use things for the same or new purpose. For example, you can bring a reusable shopping bag.

  • Recycle materials like paper, glass, and plastics to reduce the amount of waste we send to the landfill.

Save Energy

Increase your air-conditioner temperature by 1°C, and save $15 a year on energy bills! Or use a fan instead.

Save Water

Reduce your shower time by 2 minutes, and save 15L of water! Try to wash clothes on full load, rinse vegetables in containers, and off the tap when brushing teeth.

Go Local

Support our farmers, improve our food resilience. Local produce is fresher, closer to home and thus have a lower carbon footprint.

Volunteer & Participate

There are diverse opportunities to get involved - from events that promote environmental awareness, to beautifying our community spaces and garnering support for ground-up projects.

Volunteer with Volunteer with , Singapore Environment Council, or one of the many green groups in Singapore. Join the“Bring Your Own” (BYO) movement, encouraging Singaporeans to use reusable bags at supermarkets, or take part in a beach clean-up.

If you cherish Singapore’s pristine water bodies like us, you can get involved with Waterways Watch Society which strives to preserve their beauty.

Support initiatives to supplement the city’s food supply such as The Food Bank and Free Food For All to redistribute food and reduce waste.

Start something in your community

Be the change you wish to see, and start something of your own! We have resources such as the SG Eco Fund that can help kick-start your environmental event or initiative.