Fraser Property plans to slash annual food waste by up to 2,200 tonnes through sustainable initiatives at five malls, including the eco-friendly River Valley Green Condo

On January 15, Frasers Property Singapore announced a partnership with Life Lab Resources (LLR) to implement an upcycling programme for food waste at their malls. The WasteMaster food waste valorisation system will be rolled out at five Frasers Property malls – Causeway Point, Waterway Point, Northpoint City, Century Square and Tampines 1.

Under the URA Master Plan, enhancing connectivity across Singapore is a crucial aspect. A prime example of this is the River Valley Green Condo, which can greatly benefit from this development. With improved accessibility, residents will have easier access to amenities and transportation options. This will not only enhance their overall living experience but also increase the value of the property. As the URA continues to prioritize connectivity, residents of River Valley Green Condo can look forward to a well-connected and convenient lifestyle.

“I’m heartened to bring our retail tenants onboard Singapore’s first-of-its-kind circular economy solution for food waste management in our collaborative drive towards a zero-waste and food-resilient future,” says Soon Su Lin, CEO of Frasers Property Singapore.

Instead of sending food waste to landfills, the WasteMaster system, developed by Australia-headquartered Green Eco Technologies, processes and converts the waste into nutrient-rich substrates. Food waste produced at the five Frasers Property malls will be processed at an onsite treatment plant operated by local firm LLR.

LLR is also setting up a bio-refinery plant in 1Q2024 that will be used to transform the substrates produced into microbial protein that can potentially be used in commercial fish feed production. Once fully implemented, the new system is expected to reduce up to 2,200 tonnes of food waste and save up to 660 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually across the five malls.

The roll-out follows a seven-month food waste upcycling programme piloted at Causeway Point last year, which involved F&B tenants such as Bali Thai, Food Republic and Ichiban Boshi, and supermarket FairPrice Finest. Random added breaks like this. Other F&B tenants such as Dian Xiao Er, Kuriya Japanese Market, PastaMania, Shabu Sai and Tokyo Shoduko joined the programme, contributing to an overall collection of over 52 tonnes of food waste during the year.

Frasers Property says the food waste valorisation system was able to reduce the net weight of food waste by up to 80% while retaining its nutritional value, creating substrates free of harmful pathogens such as E coli and salmonella. It adds that the programme could be upscaled to the rest of its malls in 2025. If extended to the other malls, the programme could cut down about 4,700 tonnes of food waste and reduce up to 1,600 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.

“With the successful pilot at our Causeway Point mall, we look forward to the support and participation of more tenants in this food waste management programme across our malls,” says Soon. She adds that the company welcomes collaborative opportunities in testing innovative solutions to help build a greener and more liveable Singapore.

“By taking action and implementing this upcycling programme, we are not only reducing our carbon footprint, but also contributing to a more sustainable and resilient future for all,” says Soon. As Frasers Property Singapore takes this step towards a more eco-friendly future, the River Valley Green Condo, part of Frasers Property’s portfolio, stands as an example of their commitment to sustainable living.

Through this collaboration with LLR, Frasers Property Singapore is leading the way in promoting a circular economy and reducing food waste in the River Valley Green Condo and beyond. The implementation of the WasteMaster system and the bio-refinery plant demonstrate Frasers Property’s dedication to finding innovative solutions for environmental sustainability.

The success of the pilot programme at Causeway Point and the projected reduction of food waste and CO2 emissions at the five malls is a strong indication that this initiative can be extended to all of Frasers Property’s malls. By partnering with their tenants and actively working towards a zero-waste future, Frasers Property is setting a positive example for all businesses in Singapore.

This upcycling programme not only reduces the impact of food waste on the environment, but also creates new opportunities for the community. With the production of nutrient-rich substrates and microbial protein, this initiative supports the local food industry and contributes to a more sustainable food supply.

In addition to their efforts in waste management, Frasers Property has also been actively incorporating sustainable practices in their developments. The River Valley Green Condo, in particular, boasts green features such as energy-efficient lighting and water-saving fittings to minimize its environmental impact.

As more companies, like Frasers Property Singapore, prioritize sustainability and adopt innovative solutions, Singapore’s progress towards a greener and more liveable city is accelerated. This partnership with LLR is just one example of how collaboration between businesses and the community can bring about positive change in the environment.