Practical Ways SMEs Can Build a Sustainable Business System
Authored by Paula Sng, Principal Manager, Advisory & Technology at IPI Singapore.
Building a Circular Solar Future Through Strategic Collaboration
Accelerating solar innovation through partnerships across recycling, upcycling and performance optimisation
Powering the Next Wave of Innovation: Nine New Technologies from Regional IHLs
Discover nine practical and innovative technologies from regional IHLs that are helping industries advance sustainability and solve real-world challenges in Asia.
Institutes of higher learning (IHLs) have long been at the heart of driving innovation in the region. From nurturing the next generation of research talent to embarking on collaborations that translate research into solutions that address market needs and advance societal progress - IHLs continue to push the boundaries of innovation and technology.
Bite-Sized Innovation: Helping SMEs Scale with Confidence
[INSIGHTS FROM IPI'S LEADERSHIP TEAM]
By Michael Goh, CEO, IPI Singapore
SMEs form the backbone of Singapore’s economy, accounting for nearly all enterprises and a large share of employment. Many leaders know they must digitalise, innovate, and look beyond our shores, yet for most, the journey feels daunting. They ask themselves, “Where do I begin, and how do I avoid the risks?”
Navigating Singapore’s Carbon Tax: A Practical Guide for Businesses
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Singapore’s carbon tax will rise from S$25 per tonne in 2024 to between S$50 and S$80 by 2030, making early decarbonisation planning essential for cost control.
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Businesses can offset up to 5% of their carbon tax using International Carbon Credits (ICCs) under the Carbon Pricing (Amendment) Act 2022.
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Low-carbon technologies, such as carbon mineralisation, green concrete, and battery generators, offer practical pathways to reduce emissions and strengthen competitiveness.
Legacy, Reimagined: How Multi-Generational Businesses Are Modernising Through Innovation
[TechInnovation Feature] Multi-generational businesses are transforming through innovation to remain relevant in a rapidly changing landscape.
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Legacy enterprises are modernising by rethinking longstanding practices and embedding innovation across their organisations
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Adapting to external market shifts is essential for growth and long-term relevance
Building Global Credibility: How Standards and Accreditation Help SMEs Grow Smarter
IPI Singapore’s Innovation Advisor Wong Hong Wai shares how SMEs in Singapore can leverage international standards and accreditation to build trust, ensure compliance, and unlock sustainable growth in new markets.
From Local Consistency to Global Credibility: How SMEs Can Scale with the Right Systems
Digitalisation and operational consistency are the building blocks for the successful international expansion of SMEs. Guided by Innovation Advisors and Tech Experts at IPI Singapore, these principles can be translated into actionable steps for SMEs looking to scale with clarity and confidence.
Rethinking the Everyday Package
Singapore-based sustainable packaging innovators, Aegis Packaging, are gunning for growth with the help of IPI Singapore’s ecosystem of partners and innovation advisors.
Five Practical Steps for SMEs in the Food Industry to Feed Innovation and Growth
To stay competitive in a fast-evolving food industry, SMEs must embrace innovation. This five-step guide shows how they can do so with clarity, confidence and purpose.