Singapore Environment Council Singapore Green Labelling ...

Singapore Environment
Council
Mr Sylvain Richer de Forges
Singapore Green Labelling
Scheme SGLS

I. Nature of
organisation

• Independently managed non government/non-profit
organisation and approved charity incorporated in Nov
1995
• A national umbrella body for environmental groups
• Numerous programs and services in addition to the SGLS
• Active in industry, community and education
• Current Mission statement:
“To educate, inspire and assist individuals, business
organisations and civil groups to care for and protect the
environment”

II. Singapore
Green Labelling
Scheme

Singapore Eco-Labels
SINGAPORE GREENLABEL
LAUNCHED 1992
SEC (Administrator)
ENERGY LABEL
MANDATORY LABEL
JANUARY 2008
NEA /
SEC (Promotion Role)
FUEL ECONOMY LABEL
LAUNCHED 2003
NEA /
SEC (Promotion Role)
WATER EFFICIENCY LABEL
LAUNCHED 2005
PUB /
SEC (Promotion Role)

Benefits of Eco-labelling
• Benefits of type I Eco-labelling from a
Singapore perspective
– 3 rd Party Officiated Certification
Which:
– Holds Accredited Product Documentation
– Assists in making responsible procurement choices
– Encourages Product Benchmarking
– Encourages Eco-Innovation
– Benefit to Environment / Health & Safety
– Usually Preferred Long Term Cost Advantage

45 Criterion / Standards
Electronics
Air-Conditioners with R-A (SGLS 027)
Alkaline Battery (SGLS 006)
Carbon-Zinc Battery (SGLS 005)
Compact Fluorescent Lamp (Integral) (SGLS 007)
Compact Fluorescent Lamp (Modular) (SGLS 008)
Computer Monitor (SGLS 020)
Computer System Unit (SGLS 019)
Independent Solar Cell Powered Calculator (SGLS 025)
Independent Solar Cell Powered Watch (SGLS 026)
Photo Copiers (SGLS 033)
Printers / Faxes and Multifunctional Devices (SGLS 038)
Solid State Lighting (SGLS 045)
Washing Machine (SGLS 014)
Building and Construction Materials
Adhesives/ Sealants (SGLS 040)
Brick (SGLS 023)
Carpets (Modular) (SGLS 039)
Cement and Precast Concrete Product (SGLS 022)
Paints and Surface Coatings (SGLS 032)
Panel Boards (SGLS 041)
Products From Recycled/Renewable Fibres (SGLS 035)
Tile/Ceramics (SGLS 024)
Wall Coverings (SGLS 042)
Office Supplies ,etc.
Correction Fluid/Tape (SGLS 015)
Office Automation Paper (SGLS 004)
Printing Paper (SGLS 003)
Stationery Paper (SGLS 001)
Healthcare and Cosmetics
Deodorant Stick/Roller/Spray (SGLS 017)
Hairspray/Gel/Mousse (SGLS 016)
Shaving Foam & Cream (SGLS 018)
Cleaning Agents and Hygiene Products
Concentrated Laundry Powder Detergent (SGLS 010)
Dishwashing Detergent (SGLS 012)
Floor Cleaner (SGLS 013)
Hygiene Paper (SGLS 002)
Industrial and Institutional Cleaners (SGLS 036)
Laundry Liquid Detergent (SGLS 011)
Standard Laundry Powder Detergent (SGLS 009)
Misc
Biodegradable Products (SGLS 044)
Food Packaging, Crockery & Cutlery (SGLS 034)
Made From 50% Recycled Content (SGLS 043)
Organic Fertilizers (SGLS 031)
Waste Briquettes & Charcoal (SGLS 037)

New Singapore Green Label Criterion:
- Insulation materials
- Water heaters
- Innovative products
- Cartridges
- Office furniture
- Cosmetics
Expected release: first quarter 2010
And more to come…

New Singapore Green Label Logo
• Launch 2010

New Singapore Green Label website

Criteria Development Process
Criterion are Usually Revised Every Two Years

Application, Assessment & Endorsement

Further collaboration with GEN
members:
• Criterion development
• Mutual recognition of eco labels
• Overseas companies/products background check
and quality control
• Exchange of resources and expertise

Thank you for your
attention
www.sec.org.sg