Otelli Edwards, Channel NewsAsia 22 Apr 09;
SINGAPORE: Several "green" activities were rolled out in Singapore on Wednesday to inspire environmental awareness on Earth Day, an important event that was celebrated worldwide.
Among the activities were free rides for the day on bus services 16, 70, 100. These buses ply the densely populated heartlands and central business district from morning to midnight.
Electronic maker Panasonic kicked off the fare-free day to encourage an alternate green commute. The aim was to slash carbon emission.
The bus-ride will also initiate a drive to collect "eco ideas" on ways to save the environment.
Over at Pasir Ris Park, 120 students from Woodlands Ring Secondary took part in a cleanup exercise of mangrove swamps.
Also looking to do its bit is CHIJ St Nicholas Girls' School, by saying 'no' to plastic bags.
It will give out iPledge cards to track the number of plastic bags saved when students refuse them when making purchases.
- CNA/ir
