In Singapore, the beloved concert for special-needs children — An Extra.Ordinary celebration 2025: in Song, Music & Dance — reached an inspiring new milestone this year. Beyond the joy, talent, and community spirit, the event has now been officially certified as a Carbon Neutral Event.
September 13, 2025
Certification
Ms. Wee (right) receiving the carbon neutral certification on behalf of EPL. Giving away the certification is Nithin KM, Verification Team Lead for TEMBUSU Asia
An Extra.Ordinary Celebration continues to grow larger, grander and now, greener
The certification was formally presented to the organizer, Extraordinary People Limited (EPL), during their Appreciation Tea function for sponsors and partners on 13 September 2025. Receiving the certificate on behalf of EPL, co-founder and Director Ms. Wee Wei Ling expressed heartfelt gratitude to event partners Evercomm, TEMBUSU Asia, and Capital Quantum for their vital expertise and support in making this achievement possible.
EPL now stands as a leading example of how community-focused initiatives can also drive the nation’s climate agenda
Verification for carbon neutrality was carried out in alignment with internationally recognised ISO 14064-3:2019 and ISO 14068-2023 standards. Each partner played a distinct role:
This achievement marks a new chapter for public events in Singapore, setting a precedent for carbon-neutral gatherings to become an embedded objective rather than an afterthought. EPL now stands as a leading example of how community-focused initiatives can also drive forward the nation’s climate-responsibility agenda.
Held on 30 July 2025, the concert brought families and supporters together in a joyful evening of music and dance, graced by the presence of His Excellency, the President of Singapore.
For Evercomm, it has been a privilege to stand alongside EPL over the years as a long-term partner in its Extraordinary Celebration concerts — an event that continues to grow larger, grander, and now, proudly, greener
About An Extra.Ordinary Celebration concert event
Since its inception in 2018, hundreds of Special Education (SPED) school performers have partnered, interacted and rehearsed with mainstream schools or organisations for their performances. Opportunities like this help nurture more embracing and understanding attitudes in our young, building the foundation for a more inclusive society.
Now in its fifth year, An Extraordinary Celebration has become a unique platform where participants with special needs interact, rehearse, and perform alongside their mainstream counterparts. By highlighting the abilities and talents of all participants, we aim to break barriers and create a sense of unity among diverse communities.
While bringing together a large group of performers with special needs presents its challenges, the support and understanding from everyone in attendance will result in valuable lessons learned and lasting bonds formed. An Extraordinary Celebration will entertain and inspire attendees to reflect on the importance of inclusivity in their lives and communities.
About Extra.Ordinary People limited (EPL)
Extra.Ordinary People, established in July 2017 as a registered charity, endeavours to enable and support children and individuals with special needs in forming an inclusive society. Inclusion recognises that everyone has value and can contribute. Singapore can take the lead as an Inclusive society fuelled by compassion, supported by well-equipped carers and driven by corporate leadership.
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