NUS Sustainability

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Every stripe is a year. The shift from blue to red tells the story of our warming planet - and the urgency of the moment we're in.

At the National University of Singapore (NUS), climate science research is gaining momentum, driven by the launch of the NUS Sustainable Futures initiative in May last year. The initiative brings together expertise across the university's research ecosystem to foster interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaborations in tackling climate change challenges. Read more here:
https://www.nus.edu.sg/research/research-capabilities/nus-sustainable-futures

NUS is proud to stand with the International Universities Climate Alliance and universities worldwide to make climate science impossible to ignore.



Graphics credit: Professor Ed Hawkins (University of Reading); https://showyourstripes.info

Breaking news: First-ever global climate research prize goes to NUS researcher 🥳

Assistant Professor He Xiaogang has been named the first-ever recipient of the Global Climate Research Prize for his work on floods, droughts and water resilience.

His research explores how floodwaters can be captured and reused to reduce water scarcity in vulnerable communities. He has developed frameworks to better predict and manage water-related hazards, with practical applications across regions including California and Southeast Asia.

Read more here: https://www.clarehall.cam.ac.uk/news/national-university-of-singapore-wins-inaugural-global-climate-research-prize/

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🌳 Happy World Environment Day! 🍃

Amid the hustle and bustle of campus life, did you know that our NUS Kent Ridge campus is also home to more than 165 wildlife species, including hornbills, butterflies, and monitor lizards? 🦜🦋🦎

Our campus supports a rich diversity of flora and fauna that contributes to a vibrant ecosystem in the heart of our community.

Building a thriving campus ecosystem takes continuous effort. Through initiatives such as smart tree-tracking technology 🌳, rooftop gardens 🪴, rain gardens 💧, and rewilding projects 🌱NUS is creating more green spaces that bring nature closer to everyday campus life, while building a more sustainable campus where both people and nature can thrive.



Read more at nus.edu/newsnow or hit our link in bio!

In the photos:
1️⃣2️⃣ : Returning to campus over the weekend, NUS staff and students rolled up their sleeves to plant trees, contributing to ongoing campus greening efforts.
3️⃣4️⃣5️⃣ : Wildlife sighting on campus - how many can you identify? (Psst, answers are in the article!) (📸
Mahadi, Chloe Tan and Shirley Chew)
6️⃣: A close-up of the tracking device installed on a heritage tree to monitor its structural integrity in real time.
7️⃣: Fruit trees such as chiku, key lime and passionfruit thrive in the rooftop garden at the Education Resource Centre at University Town.
8️⃣: The swale garden, or more commonly known as rain garden, near helps the University manage stormwater and reduce flood risks.

How to keep workers safe in a hotter future?

Find out at this webinar by the Heat Resilience & Performance Centre at Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

The webinar will share practical ways to safeguard workers’ health and livelihoods from heat-related risks, bringing together evidence, policy and real-world action.

🗓️ 23 June
⏱️ 2-3pm
Those interested may scan the QR to register.

Join NUS at Festival of Biodiversity 2026!

and NUS Biological Sciences, and other nature groups, will be setting up booths for you to learn more about our local wildlife and conservation efforts.

Don’t miss the biodiversity care game, an initiative supported by , at its booth as well.

📅 6 and 7 June
⏱️10am - 7.30pm
📍National library plaza, Victoria street
Details : https://fob.nparks.gov.sg

🐓🦀🐿️🦋🌳🌻🐍🪱🐞🐝🕷️

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The wait is officially over the Earthopia Fest 2026 lineup has landed and the vibes are looking immaculate. 🌎✨

We’re heading to Fort Canning Green for three days of music, art, and actual impact. We’ve got a massive live lineup to keep the energy high all weekend. 🎸🔥

Whether you’re here for the music, the thrift finds, or to learn something new at our insight sessions, there is a spot for every Earthling. We’re being forreal this is the movement that turns apathy into action. 🤝🍃

The Details:
🗓️ 29 May - 31 May 2026
⏱️ 10 AM - 10 PM
📍Fort Canning Green, 51 Canning Rise
🎟️ENTRY IS FREE. Hit the link in bio to RSVP & redeem
your $10 F&B voucher (only a few left!)

Let’s make some noise for Mother Nature.🎡☀️

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🧑‍🌾 Let’s Plant Trees!
Join NUS Toddycats at our One Million Tree planting sessions in May - July 2026 🌳💪❤️

See toddycats.wordpress.com; all plantings are conducted on Saturday, 8.00am - 10.30am, except for Lim Chu Kang from 3.30pm, and all are welcome.

🌱Sat 23rd May 2026: Kent Ridge, NUS (opposite .fos)

🌱Sat 13 Jun 2026: Rail Corridor South (Holland Green)

🌱20th Jun 2026, 3.30pm-6.30pm: Lim Chu Kang Nature Park (we meet at Sungei Buloh Wetlands
Reserve)

🌱Sat 25 Jul 2026: Rail Corridor South (Holland Green)
Note: Individual registrations are required for logistics and safety planning, PDPA and indemnity; thank you ❤️

Join a complimentary session specially organised by Aquapolis and Singapore Food Agency as part of World Aquaculture Singapore 2026!

🗓️ 3 June 2026
⏱️ 11am onwards
📌 Garnet Rooms, Singapore EXPO

Sign up for a complimentary pass: https://luma.com/ip234gfr

The complimentary pass provides access to:
✅ AquaTropics session (3 June)
✅ Openjng ceremony (3 June)
✅ Trade Exhibition (3-5 June)

IUEC × Earthtopia Fest 2026 🌎

Join the festival for 3 exciting public events on 30 and 31 May on climate policy, heat resilience and nature-based solutions. 🌳✨

Hear from Senior Parlimentary Secretary Goh Hanyan and NUS speakers including Tan-Soo Jie-Sheng (Institute for Environment and Sustainability), Lydia Law (Heat Resilience and Performance Centre) and Prof Veerasekaran (Biological Sciences).

Be part of the conversation for a more resilient future!

RSVP: https://bit.ly/iuecearthtopia

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We’re excited to announce that Built Environment Case Competition (BECC) 2026 is officially open for sign-ups! 🎉

In partnership with BCA and REDAS, BECC 2026 invites students from local Institutes of Higher Learning to put their creativity and innovation to the test in tackling real-world built environment challenges.

🏙️ This year’s theme:
Singapore 2050 - Designing Inclusive and Smart Living
Futures

✨Why join BECC 2026?
- Solve real-world problems
- Gain industry knowledge within the Built environment
- Win attractive prizes $

📝 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/BECC2026

📅 Key Dates:
Registration: 6 May - 7 June
Round 1: 8 June - 1 July Round 2: 7 July - 14 Aug
Competition Day (BECC Fair): 15 Aug

Stay in the loop on updates:
📲Follow us on Instagram: .sg
❓Join our Telegram: https://t.me/nusbecc
Don’t miss this opportunity to bring your ideas to life and make an impact in the Built Environment sector.
We can’t wait to see what you’ll create at BECC 2026!