At this year’s COP29 climate summit, Singapore introduced a novel beer made from recycled sewage water, highlighting innovative recycling solutions amidst a backdrop of global environmental dialogue.
At COP29, Singapore’s Beer from Recycled Water Captivates Delegates
At COP29, Singapore’s Beer from Recycled Water Captivates Delegates
Unique beer initiative garners attention for water reclamation efforts at climate summit in Azerbaijan
In the bustling atmosphere of the COP29 climate summit held at a converted soccer stadium in Baku, Azerbaijan, food and drink play a pivotal role in energizing both delegates and reporters. Notable offerings this year include the Australian delegation's complimentary coffee and traditional Azerbaijani tea served in elegant silver samovars. However, the star of the culinary show appears to be the unique initiative by Singapore, where a new beer made from recycled toilet water, known as NEWBrew, is turning heads and palates.
Delegates are initially taken aback by the unconventional ingredient, but their curiosity often leads to a return for more. Samantha Thian, a leader part of Singapore’s youth delegation, shared, “At first their eyes widen. Then we reassure them. They’re usually coming back the next day for another.” The pilsner, packaged in cans adorned with graphics of solar panels, rain clouds, and trendy cityscapes, not only serves as a refreshing beverage but also as a conversation starter about Singapore’s efforts in water reclamation.
This initiative, the result of a collaboration between Singapore's local brewery Brewerkz and the national water agency, aims to promote the importance of recycling and water sustainability. By normalizing such innovative solutions at high-profile events like COP29, Singapore seeks to inspire other nations to think creatively about resource challenges in a world facing increasing water scarcity.
As the summit continues to unfold within the dynamic capital city of Azerbaijan, NEWBrew serves as a tangible reminder of the collaboration needed to tackle climate change and the innovative solutions being devised worldwide.
Delegates are initially taken aback by the unconventional ingredient, but their curiosity often leads to a return for more. Samantha Thian, a leader part of Singapore’s youth delegation, shared, “At first their eyes widen. Then we reassure them. They’re usually coming back the next day for another.” The pilsner, packaged in cans adorned with graphics of solar panels, rain clouds, and trendy cityscapes, not only serves as a refreshing beverage but also as a conversation starter about Singapore’s efforts in water reclamation.
This initiative, the result of a collaboration between Singapore's local brewery Brewerkz and the national water agency, aims to promote the importance of recycling and water sustainability. By normalizing such innovative solutions at high-profile events like COP29, Singapore seeks to inspire other nations to think creatively about resource challenges in a world facing increasing water scarcity.
As the summit continues to unfold within the dynamic capital city of Azerbaijan, NEWBrew serves as a tangible reminder of the collaboration needed to tackle climate change and the innovative solutions being devised worldwide.
