Income Eco Run 2025 Unites 5,500 Runners in Singapore to Raise $70,000 for Zero Waste Movement
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Singapore’s Largest Green Run Inspires Thousands to Take Action for a Zero Waste Future
Singapore, 8 June 2025 – The Income Eco Run 2025, one of Singapore’s leading sustainable running events, successfully wrapped up today at Marina Barrage, drawing nearly 5,500 participants despite wet weather conditions. The run raised an impressive $70,000, the event’s largest contribution to date in support of the Zero Waste movement.
Championing Sustainability Through Sport
Held as part of Income Insurance’s 55th anniversary celebrations, the event showcased how sports can be a powerful driver for climate action. Runners from all walks of life – including families, seniors, ultra marathoners, and even pet owners – came together to champion eco-conscious living under the theme “How Far Will You Go For Zero Waste?”
The carbon-neutral run featured multiple race categories: 3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, and a 21.1km half marathon, alongside a Kids' Run and a new Pets Category. Notably, 20 athletes with special needs from Special Olympics Singapore participated, running in the 5km, 10km, and 15km events.
Income Insurance’s Green Commitment
For every kilometre clocked by participants, Income Insurance matched $1, raising a total of $70,000 to fund WWF-Singapore’s pilot programme to reduce single-use food and beverage packaging. This aligns with the Singapore Green Plan 2030, aiming to cut daily landfill waste by 30%.
Guest of Honour and Eco Highlights
Mr. Seah Kian Peng, Speaker of Parliament, officiated the 5km and 10km flag-offs and participated in the 5km run. He praised the organisers for innovative eco-efforts like:
Encouraging participants to wear previous run shirts
Using 100% compo
Issuing 65% smaller race bibs to reduce material use
Mr. Seah sported his IER 2023 tee to support the run’s reuse message.
Ultra Marathon Pushes Limits for Climate Action
In a special nod to its 55th year, Income also hosted a 55KM Eco Ultra Marathon on the night of 7 June. Flagged off by CEO Mr. Andrew Yeo, this invite-only endurance challenge saw 9 ultra runners collectively clock 495KM while practicing zero-waste sports habits, like using refillable flasks and sustainable gear.
Pets and Kids Join the Sustainability Mission
The new Pets Category drew 100 furry participants—dogs on leashes and even cats in prams—for a fun 1KM walk to Gardens by the Bay. Owners showcased eco-friendly pet practices, from using biodegradable poop bags to reusable water bowls.
Meanwhile, children ran with plantable seed-paper bibs and earned medals made from recycled plastic bottle caps, crafted by Plastify, a local upcycling initiative. These medals double as coasters—both functional and symbolic of circular living.
Stronger Together: Families, Seniors, and the Community
The event saw strong multi-generational participation, with children, seniors, and entire families engaging in sustainability-led fitness activities. Many visited the IER Eco Village, which featured recycling booths, green lifestyle vendors, and e-waste collection stations.
A Measurable Climate Impact
Key green metrics from IER 2025 include:
73,000 compostable cups used, to be processed by eco partners
Bananas and organic waste collected for composting
E-certificates replacing traditional medals
Encouragement to wear old run tees
25% reduction in general waste per participant compared to past editions
60% increase in recyclables collected last year, aiming to top that in 2025
Income Eco Run remains one of Singapore’s flagship green sports events, turning community effort into real climate results.
WWF-Singapore Partnership
Vivek Kumar, CEO of WWF-Singapore, stated, “The partnership with Income Insurance demonstrates the power of individual action scaling into meaningful progress. Each kilometre run helps push forward our mission to reduce single-use packaging and move towards a circular economy.”
Supported by Go Green SG
The Income Eco Run is proudly aligned with Go Green SG, a nationwide sustainability campaign led by the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, to drive collective climate action in Singapore.
Why It Matters: Singapore’s Green Sports Movement Gains Momentum
The Income Eco Run 2025 is more than just a mass running event—it's a blueprint for how sporting events in Singapore can be run sustainably. From zero-waste logistics to inclusive race categories and meaningful partnerships, this year’s event sets a new benchmark for eco-conscious fitness events in the region.
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