Singapore, 29 November 2023 — The Sustainable Singapore Gallery at Marina Barrage invites you to LITE-UP 2023 on Saturday, 9 December from 1pm to 9pm. Discover the importance of conserving and using sustainable energy sources and how you can take meaningful actions and act responsibly towards a more sustainable and energy-efficient world.

LITE-UP 2023 is jam-packed with a myriad of engaging activities such as a Quest for an Energy-Lite City, a Tour in the Dark, Fringe Activities, a Makers’ Market and Film Screenings. LITE-UP 2023 aims to empower people to be prepared in facing and mitigating a real-world challenge on the environment — non-renewable energy.

Here are some of the amazing events and activities you can look forward to at LITE-UP 2023:

NIGHT AT THE GALLERY

The Final Sanctum
Sustainable Singapore Gallery, Level 2
1PM – 9PM

Taking place in a world broken from environmental destruction, embark on a Quest for an Energy-Lite City with your friends as a group of scavengers on a mission to find sustainable energy sources made by The Mad Tinkerer to power up your camp and light up the world. Limited free slots available so sign up quickly at https://bit.ly/liteup2023!

Tour in the Dark
Sustainable Singapore Gallery, Level 2
1PM – 9PM

Discover Singapore’s journey in becoming a sustainable city by addressing issues such as climate change and waste management. Limited free slots available for the tour too so sign up quickly at https://bit.ly/liteup2023!


MAKERS’ MARKET
Central Courtyard, Level 1
1PM – 7PM

Browse and buy a wide range of carefully sustainable curated crafts and goods.


FRINGE ACTIVITIES
Gallery Mezzanine, Level 2
1PM – 5PM

Upcycle disused items into new useful items and find out more about science and sustainability by participating in the interactive activities.

EcoLITE
Light up your life with everyday materials. Learn how to combine popsicle sticks, binder clips and other items to create a LED flashlight!

Upcycled Cup Holder
Turn disused PVC banners into a convenient cup holder!

Hidden Messages
Leave a hidden message to a friend that will reveal itself when put over a flame!

Cup Pong Challenge
Test your knowledge of sustainable energy and your accuracy in landing ping pong balls in a row of cups. Prizes will be given for correct answers!


FILM SCREENING
Courtyard Room, Level 1
Screening Times: 1:30PM, 2:30PM, 3:30PM, 4:30PM, 5:30PM, 6:30PM

Melting Greenland (11 mins)
Climate activists and reporters visit Greenland to witness climate change effects, talk to locals and experts, and film melting ice sheets. This resulting film is a compelling plea to address the climate crisis.

To find out more about LITE-UP 2023, and sign up for The Final Sanctum and the Tour in the Dark, visit https://bit.ly/liteup2023

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The Singapore Sustainable Gallery
The Sustainable Singapore Gallery is a modern and interactive gallery that provides an overview of Singapore’s sustainable development. This 1,618 square-metre gallery, located on the second floor of the Marina Barrage, is organised into six zones, each providing information about a different aspect of sustainability in Singapore.