14 June 2026, Singapore – The Great Green Run 2026 presented by CIMB Singapore (GGR26) wrapped its third edition on Sunday, 14 June, drawing more than 10,000 participants to Marina Barrage over the 2 day weekend that put sustainability, fitness and community on full display.
Graced by Senior Minister of State of Sustainability and the Environment of Singapore, Dr. Janil Puthucheary, the event turned its green promises into countable outcomes across runners, partners, and the local community.
Anchored as a flagship activation under Singapore’s Go Green 2026 initiative, GGR26 welcomed runners across three race categories: the 10km flagged off at 7.45am, the 5km at 8.30am, and the 800m dash at 9.15am. Despite the early morning crowd, the energy at the start line carried through the day, spilling into the Green Bazaar that ran from Saturday to Sunday.
The Great Green Run 2026 presented by CIMB Singapore sets out to be more than a race, and the numbers from the weekend reflect that ambition:
• Plantable finisher medals: Finishers received a plantable medal embedded with seeds, encouraging them to take a small but meaningful step towards sustainability by growing their own plants and supporting a greener future.
• Small and medium enterprises (SME) carbon footprint reports: Several SMEs have signed up for complimentary carbon footprint reports under the Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF) initiative, giving local businesses a clear first step into their sustainability journey. It will be a continuous journey to help them understand their carbon footprint.
• Waste reduction: Single-use plastic cups were removed, and runners were encouraged to bring refillable bottles, with refill stations available throughout the course. A typical run of this scale would use about 25,000 cups, so this measure significantly reduced single-use waste.
• Green Collective showcase: The showcase highlighted sustainable practices and public education, supported by education partners such as Republic Polytechnic, Yuying Secondary School and Curtin University, serving as a hub for engagement and promotion of fundraising campaigns for local conservation.
• Support for environmental action: The event provided a platform for partners to showcase their sustainability initiatives through the Bazaar and Green Collective Showcase, supporting public education and engagement while encouraging attendees to adopt more environmentally conscious habits.
• Encouraging the next generation: With over 700 children participating in the 800m Family Dash, the event fostered an early appreciation for sustainability, empowering young participants to play a role in creating a greener future.
From left to right : Mr Roi Koh – Sales Director of Carlsberg Singapore, Mr Peh Chong Eng – Group CEO of Precise Development Pte Ltd, Mr Loh Jing Han – Business Development Director of Mr Bean Group, Ms Poh Shi Hui – Executive Director of Modellscape Studio Pte Ltd, Mr Andrew Boey – Chief Financial Officer and Officer-in-Charge, CIMB Singapore, Dr. Janil Puthucheary – Senior Minister of State of Sustainability and the Environment of Singapore, Mr Elvin Ting – Founder of Tri-Factor, Mr Lennon Tan – President of Singapore Manufacturing Federation, Ms Dawn Tan – Executive Director of Corporate Communications & Investor Relations of Singlife, Mr Alex Chen, Head of Marketing at Yeo Hiap Seng Pte Ltd, Mr Lim Sheh Chen – Director of Golden Hill Landscape Pte Ltd
While the run anchored only 1 main day, the two-days Green Bazaar on 13 and 14 June had 60 stalls offering preloved fashion, handcrafted goods, sustainable lifestyle products and F&B from homegrown vendors. The Hive, an interactive game inspired by the run’s bee mascot, became one of the weekend’s standout activations, more than 10,000 participants including the public, stepping in to learn about pollinators, biodiversity and conservation through play.
