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Nature & Biodiversity

Back to the roots: growing our own food in school gardens, monitoring and protecting biodiversity on site and in surrounding areas – here is what we do to integrate positive interactions with nature into our lives.

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Students learning about rainforests and diet from their peers 07/12/2023

Students teaching students

High School students involved in our Rainforest Restoration Project service wanted to raise awareness about threats to forests around the world with our Middle School students. They designed a 15… Nature & Biodiversity Reduce, Reuse & Recycle UWC South East Asia
18/09/2023

The Heartbeat of Sustainability: The Seed Library at UWCSEA East Campus

The Seed Library. Situated in the bustling heart of the school, within the Service and Sustainable Development Department’s office, this library isn’t just for students and staff but welcomes the… Nature & Biodiversity Ecosystem Restoration UWC South East Asia
Grade 5 Exhibition on UWCSEA East Campus 18/09/2023

UWCSEA East’s Flourishing Legacy: The Perimeter Food Forest Initiative

Three years since its conception, the Perimeter Food Forest at UWCSEA East Campus has become a vivid example of educational sustainability in action, deeply rooted in permaculture principles. This approach,… Nature & Biodiversity Compost, Food waste & Sewage UWC South East Asia
Composting facility on East Campus. 18/09/2023

Potted Plant Workshops at UWCSEA East Campus: Permaculture in Action

The United World Colleges (UWC) ethos of global unity and sustainability appears in many services at East Campus. Among its initiatives, the Potted Plant workshops stand out, weaving permaculture principles… Nature & Biodiversity Compost, Food waste & Sewage UWC South East Asia
UWCSEA East Campus Nest facility 18/09/2023

Urban Gardening and Permaculture at UWCSEA East Campus: Sustainable Solutions for Modern Challenges

Nestled atop the UWCSEA East Campus is The Nest, a 6th-floor botanical oasis, home to the pioneering Propagation and Urban Gardening Services. Both these student-led initiatives do more than just… Nature & Biodiversity Ecosystem Restoration UWC South East Asia
09/06/2023

Green Heart Blossoming

Increased activity and planning around the multi-purpose Green Heart outdoor learning space has moved into high-gear this past year, setting the stage for more to come. We shared the celebratory news last term of the Rainforest Restoration’s nursery permanent move to the Green Heart. Home to more than 200 indigenous… Nature & Biodiversity Ecosystem Restoration UWC South East Asia
17/05/2023

Rainforest Restoration Project

The Rainforest Restoration Project works to grow seedlings of indigenous plant species for planting both on campus and around Singapore   The Rainforest Restoration Project has been established for over a… Nature & Biodiversity Protecting Biodiversity UWC South East Asia
17/05/2023

Biodiversity Wetland

A sunken wetland area deliberately planted to enhance biodiversity and provide and area for exploration and education on campus.  Designed as part of Singapore’s flood prevention strategy, this area serves… Nature & Biodiversity Protecting Biodiversity UWC South East Asia
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People, Stories & Awards

No change happens without someone making it happen: who are the amazing people, change makers, innovators and activists – staff, students and alumni – driving sustainability forward at our colleges? 11 Activities

Teaching Skills for the Future

At UWC, Education is seen as a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. Take a look at examples of how we empower teachers… 19 Activities
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