In celebration of World Environment Day, 35 dedicated employees from Hong Leong Asia (HLA) spent a meaningful day offsite, taking part in hands-on activities to support environmental sustainability.

Acknowledging the pressing issue of daily waste generation and its far-reaching impact on the planet, the day began with a visit to Keppel Seghers Tuas Waste-to-Energy (WTE) Plant, Singapore’s fifth incinerator facility.

Occupying just 1.6 hectares, the plant plays a vital role in Singapore’s waste management ecosystem. At the start of the visit, volunteers gathered in a briefing auditorium to watch an introductory presentation on the facility’s operations. This was followed by an in-depth, behind-the-scenes tour, where they saw key infrastructure including the massive incinerator and dumping grounds. The facility is capable of treating 800 tonnes of solid waste daily and generating approximately 22 megawatts of green energy — a powerful example of sustainable innovation in action.

The group then made their way to City Sprouts at West Coast, an urban agriculture hub, to get their hands dirty for a good cause. Under the sweltering afternoon sun, the HLA volunteers rolled up their sleeves, grabbed shovels, and worked together to plant 20 trees — including species such as Mangifera Foetida and Sandoricum Koetjape — all within an hour. A commendable effort indeed!

The volunteers’ teamwork and enthusiasm were inspiring, showing that meaningful change often starts with small, collective steps. Their shared effort was more than a one-day event; it embodied Hong Leong Asia’s broader mission to create lasting, positive change. Each tree planted symbolised the Group’s dedication to environmental responsibility, community engagement, and long-term sustainability. Initiatives like these are part of HLA’s ongoing journey toward a lower-carbon future.