Revamp Your Beach Clean Up with Eco Cocktails Networking, Durian Party & Premium Nasi Lemak!

Cheers from Capital Group: Enjoying an icy mocktail with coconut water, herbs grown by OPP by the beach after a morning of cleaning up the mangroves

Beach clean ups are often seen as routine, sometimes dull events focused solely on collecting trash. Many of our clients tell us that they take the effort to come all the way to the beach with their colleagues and schoolmates- why can't we upsize the experience and make this a fun and tasty experience? After our corporate marine conservation conferences, many events agencies ask us how we can create MICE experience by the beach for tourists visiting Singapore?

The good news is- we heard you!

What if you could transform beach clean ups, an essential environmental activity into a lively, engaging experience that combines sustainability, socializing, and local culture? Imagine wrapping up your beach clean-up with eco-friendly cocktails and mocktails made from seaweed and herbs fertilized by the ocean, followed by a tropical fruit party featuring the king of fruits, Durian. This fresh approach not only makes the event more enjoyable but also deepens participants' connection to ocean and soil health.

Well, it's not just imagination- Ocean Purpose Project is ready to "zhng" or tailor this wonderful CSR experience for you with Singaporean vendors who are uplifted in the process!

Why Rethink the Traditional Beach Clean Up?

Rating to go! Nothing like an Ocean Purpose Project Beach Clean up jam packed with fun and most importantly education!

Most beach clean ups focus on the task at hand: picking up litter. While this is crucial, the experience can feel repetitive and uninspiring, especially for repeat volunteers or corporate social responsibility (CSR) groups. Adding an interactive and educational twist can boost enthusiasm and attendance, making the event memorable and meaningful.

Less Junk food and more local fruits! Ocean Purpose Project partners with fruit farms and fruit sellers to promote nature's sweets as post-beach clean up delights!

By incorporating eco cocktails and mocktails crafted with seaweed-fertilized herbs from the Ocean Purpose Project’s Herb Garden, you create a unique sensory experience. This garden is part of a United Nations initiative exploring how ocean health and soil health work together. Using these ingredients highlights the connection between marine ecosystems and sustainable agriculture, turning a simple drink into a conversation starter.

The Ocean Purpose Project Herb Garden and Its Role

Don't Day Bojio: Our clients Infosys enjoying a plethora of durians amidst a sunset by the beach. Best part- the fruit waste is turned into compost at our OPP herb Garden!

The Ocean Purpose Project (OPP) Herb Garden is a pioneering effort that uses seaweed as a natural fertilizer to grow herbs. Seaweed is rich in nutrients and supports soil health, which in turn benefits plant growth. This project demonstrates how ocean resources can be used responsibly to improve land-based agriculture, creating a positive feedback loop between the sea and the soil.

Using herbs from this garden in cocktails and mocktails showcases the practical benefits of ocean-friendly farming. It also raises awareness about the blue economy — the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and ocean ecosystem health.

What to Expect at an Eco Cocktail/Mocktail Beach Clean Up Event

Our bartenders work together with the OPP team to curate and co-create sustainable cocktails and mocktails to soothe the thirst of our event participants!

Participants can enjoy a three-hour free-flow session featuring a wide selection of drinks:

• Five signature cocktails and five mocktails made with seaweed-fertilized herbs from the OPP Herb Garden

• An array of straight pours and mixers (sustainable options possible)

• Two types of white and red wines (sustainable options possible)

• Two beer selections (sustainable options possible)

• Two juice options

• Two soft drink choices

  
  

This variety ensures everyone finds something to enjoy while networking and sharing ideas about ocean sustainability.

Music and Learning: Solar-Powered DJs and Panel Discussions

Getting a dose of Vitamin D at the OPP Purpose Pavillion: Thats sunshine, Durian and Delectable delights such as premium nasi lemak

The event features solar-powered DJs providing music, creating a lively atmosphere without adding to the carbon footprint. The music comes from OPP’s Beach Hub in Pasir Ris, reinforcing the connection to ocean sustainability.

After the clean-up and drinks, attendees can also participate in a 45-minute panel discussion with Q&A hosted by Mathilda D’Silva, CEO of Ocean Purpose Project. The discussion covers key topics around the blue economy, offering valuable insights and sparking meaningful conversations. This session is perfect for professionals and enthusiasts in ocean sustainability to exchange ideas and build networks. Alternatively, Mathilda can switch to her Singapore Idol mode and perform with her jazz, pop and rock musicians for an unforgettable event powered entirely by solar!

Celebrate with a Durian and Local Fruits Party

Ocean Purpose Project's clients Infosys were so kind to invite OPP's team to share the durian delights with their bosses and colleagues, truly a treat for local fruit lovers!

To end the event on a high note, a tropical fruit party featuring seasonally available local fruits is also possible. Why enjoy the "King of Fruits" in your office carpark or by the roadsides of Geylang and Balestier when you can sit by the beach listening to the waves of Pasir Ris, enjoying the kampong spirit? The star attraction is Durian, including popular varieties like Mao Shan Wang (Musang King), Black Thorn, Red Prawn, D24, and Golden Phoenix.

Other seasonal fruits include:

• Longan

• Langsat

• Chiku

• Soursop

• Mango

• Mangosteen

• Jackfruit

• Salak

• Coconut

  
  

This celebration connects participants to local culture and biodiversity, offering a delicious reward from nature after their hard work.

CSR that makes sense for Singaporeans

OPP's Premium Nasi lemak with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, fresh local floral decor features desserts made from seaweed such as these lime agar agar with baby coconut in re-usable cups. All cutlery is either land or sea plant-based bioplastics or reusable cutlery. Low to no waste but Full taste!

1. Increased Engagement: The combination of environmental action, unique drinks, music, and local fruits makes the event more appealing.

   
   

2. Education Through Experience: Using seaweed-fertilized herbs and discussing the blue economy helps participants understand the link between ocean and soil health. Actually, eating and drinking foods and beverages that celebrate the importance of good soils and oceans will leave a great impression on participants.

   
   

3. Networking Opportunities: The relaxed setting at the OPP Beach hub and Purpose Pavillion by the sea encourages conversations and connections among people passionate about sustainability

   
   

4. Support for Local and Sustainable Practices: Highlighting local fruits and sustainable farming methods promotes community and environmental well-being. It's important to foster the love for local fruits instead of our community eating processed and junk food.

   
   
   
   

   How to Organize Your Own Eco Cocktail Beach Clean Up

A sense of achievement from our clients after slogging in the sun and learning why plastic to hydrogen matters deserves a sweet fruity treat, great sustainable drinks and food catered from Proudly Singaporean local caterers who use our OPP Herbs. Just as our client is lifting this waste barrel, as a Singaporean NGO, we believe in uplifting our local fruit shops and F&B, supporting our local vendors the best we can.

1. Partner with a local ocean sustainability project like the Ocean Purpose Project by emailing Partnerships@oceanpurposeproject.com

2. Work with us to plan a diverse drink menu including cocktails, mocktails, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic options featuring seaweed-fertilized herbs.

3. Arrange for solar-powered music: DJs or bands to keep the event eco-friendly.

4. Let us curate and invite knowledgeable speakers for a panel discussion on ocean health and the blue economy. Ocean Purpose Project has a global network of 10,000 blue economy specialists who are industry professionals that offer real operational insights.

5. Celebrate Durians & Include a tropical fruit party with local seasonal fruits to celebrate the effort. Need a full meal? Upsize this with our catering options to a nasi padang, premium nasi lemak, seaweed lo hei/ yu sheng, appam and prata, vegetarian bee hoon, teo chew porridge and let's preserve our local hawker flavours while doing good for the environment too!

6. Let us help you promote the event as a fun, educational, and social experience to attract a broad audience among your company, school or community. We know how to make you look good!