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Grobrix

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Bringing the farm and farming to you.

Grobrix is a subscription-based Lifestyle Farming performing as a Service company. They assist in the farming process so that more people can take part in empowering sustainability, self-sufficiency & wellness.

This product stems from the challenges in the food supply chain of Singapore.

The journey of leafy greens from farm to table often exceeds thousands of kilometers, posing significant challenges. Additionally, with less than 1% of Singapore’s land available for farming, the issue becomes even more critical.

Through their patented modular edible wall, Grobrix has developed innovative, tech-driven solutions to address these challenges, bringing agriculture back to the city.

Location

Level 35 Pantry

Panelogue

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What is Recycled Timber?

Recycled timber is a sustainable building material made from reclaimed wood, designed to meet the demand for eco-friendly, healthy living spaces. It offers the same or superior strength and water resistance as traditional plywood, making it both durable and environmentally responsible.

Sustainable Solutions

Materials: The wood strands are bonded with a formaldehyde-free binder for a safer, eco-friendly product.

Sourcing: Rather than clear-cutting and replanting large sections, trees are selectively harvested at intervals. This method thins the forest gradually, preserving ecosystem integrity while ensuring sustainable wood production.

Location

Column cladding across the office

Humanscale

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Why Humanscale?

Humanscale creates chairs that prioritize sustainability and user well-being, making a positive impact on both people and the planet.

Sustainable Features

Recyclable Materials: The chairs are crafted with a high percentage of recyclable content, minimizing waste and reducing environmental impact.

Efficient Manufacturing: Designed with fewer parts and assembly steps, manufacturing is optimized for lower energy use, cutting down on waste and consumption.

Durability & Longevity: The chairs are designed to last, reducing the need for replacement and thus conserving resources over time.

Location

Open office areas

Steelcase 2

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Tell Me More About The Workstation.

Steelcase’s height-adjustable desk platform offers ergonomic comfort with high-performance functionality. The flexible design allows for dynamic planning, enhancing Nomura’s tailored and unique workplace expression.

Materials Chemistry

Steelcase’s materials chemistry approach emphasizes using materials that are safe for both human and environmental health.

These workstations are designed to be highly recyclable, incorporating disassemble-able components like steel and aluminum, which can be reused to minimize landfill waste. Additionally, 56% of the materials used during manufacturing are pre-consumer recycled content, further reducing the product’s environmental impact throughout its life cycle.

Location

Open office areas

Formica

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What is a Laminate?

A laminate is like a stylish, layered material! It’s made by pressing multiple layers together—think strength on the inside and a decorative finish on top. Super versatile, laminates are used for kitchen countertops, furniture, and wall panels, adding texture and a sleek look to any space.

How is Formica Improving Sustainability?

Clean Energy: Formica uses renewable energy sources like wind, water, and solar power to manufacture laminates.

Eco-Friendly Materials: Formica uses renewable resources such as wood fibers instead of petroleum based.

Efficient Resource Use: The suppliers are pursuing a 7% reduction in Primary Energy Demand (production or operations) and an 8% reduction of Water Footprint.

Location

Utility area

Steelcase

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Meet Steelcase Karman

Ergonomic considerations are a critical metric while selecting the right chair for an office. With a proprietary performance textile and an impossibly light frame, the Karman provides proper support to the spine and promotes better posture.

Responsible Design

Steelcase Karman supports sustainability by using eco-friendly materials like aluminum and plastic, minimizing resource consumption while maintaining strength and durability.

Weighing only 13.5 kg, it maximizes efficiency with fewer materials, reducing both waste and the carbon footprint from production and transport.

Location

Open office areas

ShawContract Vinyl

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What is Vinyl Flooring?

Vinyl flooring is a durable and versatile flooring option, often chosen for its resilience, ease of maintenance, and cost-effectiveness. Its easy maintenance and resistance to wear & tear ensures durability while maintaining a high standard of design.

Sustainable solutions

Recycling program: Made from recycled plastic, this flooring option helps divert billions of plastic bottles from landfills.

Cradle-to-Cradle certified: By using recycled materials, ShawContract contributes to reducing waste and promoting a circular economy.

Location

Pantries
Mothers Room
Wellness Room
Store Room

ShawContract Carpet

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Why Shaw Contract?

Shaw Contract creates carpets from safe, recyclable materials, with a strong commitment to sustainability and innovative, planet-friendly designs.

Sustainable Solutions

Recycling program: Shaw Contract runs a take-back program where old carpets are collected and recycled into new products.

Transparency + Sustainability: Shaw Contract offers full transparency regarding the environmental impact of its products through third-party verified declarations. These certifications provide insights into the environmental impact of their products, allowing users to make informed, sustainable choices for their spaces.

Cradle-to-Cradle certified: The carpets are designed using materials that are safe, responsibly sourced, and fully recyclable at the end of their life cycle.

Location?

Level 36 Reception and Front-of-House areas

Level 35 Training Room

Westcom

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What is Westcom?

An innovative green tech company that develops technology for converting food waste to compost through on-site bio-digestion, thereby reducing carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions.


Food Waste Treatment Solution

Westcom has developed a proprietary microbial aerobic biodigester which uses smart technology to convert food waste into compost in approximately 24 hours.


Location?

Pantry


Be a part!

You would be eligible to collect the recycled manure, based on availability.

Zip Water

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What is Zip Water?

All the taps you see in our office are Zip Water products. These help people reduce reliance on single–use plastic bottles by encouraging the refill of bottles and glasses.


Touch-Free Hygiene and Convenience

100% Touch-Free: Wave your hand to dispense hot or cold, pure-tasting water.

Enhanced Hygiene: Reduces contact and contamination risks.

Instant Access: Immediate hot and cold water at your fingertips.


Location

All waterpoints
Pantry
Nursing room