Dulwich College (Singapore)

Embedding eco-consciousness into the fabric of College

Dulwich College (Singapore), an independent kindergarten to secondary school in
Singapore, is pioneering environmental sustainability in education, addressing global challenges like climate change
and resource scarcity. Established in 2014, the college serves 2,930 students, embedding eco-consciousness into
every aspect of school life through its "Live Worldwise" ethos.

The College's standout initiative, The Greenhouse, is Singapore’s first net-zero-energy
building that acts as a living laboratory for sustainable education. This facility supports the academic curriculum
and serves as a practical example of sustainable building practices, featuring energy-efficient systems and a
rooftop garden. It allows students to engage directly with sustainable technologies, fostering a deep, hands-on
understanding of environmental stewardship.

Significantly, the College has achieved remarkable environmental impact, evidenced by a student-led waste reduction project that has dramatically altered perceptions and behaviours regarding food waste on campus. This project is part of a broader strategy that includes extensive recycling programmes, energy conservation measures, and community engagement projects like the “Workers Wellbeing Project”, emphasising social sustainability.

Dulwich College (Singapore) has also implemented "One Planet" initiatives involving parents and external partners in activities like community clean-ups, enhancing environmental and community engagement. This inclusive approach extends to how the curriculum is delivered, integrating sustainability across subjects and encouraging students to take leadership roles in environmental projects.

Should Dulwich College (Singapore) win the World’s Best School Prize for Environmental Action, the prize money will be reinvested into further expanding the College’s sustainability programmes. This funding will enhance both infrastructure and educational programmes, deepening the College’s commitment to fostering an environmentally conscious and action-oriented student body.