3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) Fund

The 3R Fund is now open for application. The closing date for the first application is 10 June 2009. The schedule for FY 2009 CFA is as follows:

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early.

• Applicant Eligibility
• Project Eligibility
• Form of Assistance
• Project Duration
• Disbursement of Grants
• Application Procedure

Any organisation in Singapore, including companies, non-profit organisations, town councils, schools, institutions, building owners and industry associations can apply.

Projects must result in an increase in the quantity of solid waste (this excludes toxic and chemical wastes) recycled or a reduction in the quantity of solid waste generated.  Projects with new and innovative processes and concepts, and which target waste streams with low recycling rates such as food, plastic, glass and used household batteries will be given higher priority. The projects could include the following: 

(i) Redesign of processes to reduce waste at the production stage, including redesign of packaging or products;
 
(ii) Installation of new waste recycling infrastructure such as separate chutes, containers or receptacles for the collection of recyclables, as well as refurbishment work to provide additional storage space for recyclables;
 
(iii) Installation of innovative waste sorting or recycling systems/equipment; and
 
(iv) Upgrading, installation or implementation of new operation/system to reduce waste or increase recycling.

Grant Quantum

The 3R Fund will co-fund up to 80% of qualifying costs, subject to a cap of  $1 million per project. The funding level will depend on the quantity and type of waste reduced or recycled. The grant will be calculated based on key outcomes such as the actual quantity of waste reduced or recycled.

Qualifying Costs

Qualifying costs refer to the following:
(i) Manpower
 
(ii) Equipment and consumables
 
(iii) Professional services
 
(iv) Other costs relevant to the Project
Please note that Singapore GST is excluded.

The maximum project duration is 3 years. The project must include a year of full operation. The actual quantities of waste recycled or reduced for the project must be provided.

Disbursements will be on reimbursement basis and in 3 installments:
(i) On completion of installation and commissioning of equipment or system and after two months of successful operation – Up to 50% of Approved Grant.
 
(ii) After 6 months of successful operation – Up to 80% (cumulative) of Approved Grant.
 
(iii) Upon completion of Project and submission of final report – Final payment.
 
Note:
(i) Final disbursement request must be submitted within 6 months of project completion.
(ii) The maximum project period is 3 years from date of the Letter of Offer.
(iii) In the event the actual waste quantity recycled/reduced is lower than that submitted in the project application, the Grant shall be reduced accordingly.

Applications are to be made on the prescribed application form and submitted to the following address:

3R Fund Coordinator
Resource Conservation Department
National Environment Agency
40 Scotts Road #11-00 Environment Building
Singapore 228231

Download Application Form Here

You may contact the following Officers for enquiries:
  
Mr Chow Mun Wai
Tel      : 6731 9379        
Email : Chow_Mun_Wai@nea.gov.sg
  
Mr Tan Eng Sang
Tel      : 6731 9157        
Email : Tan_Eng_Sang@nea.gov.sg