Enterprise Sustainability Programme (ESP)
The Enterprise Sustainability Programme (ESP) was launched on 4 October 2021 to support Singapore companies, especially SMEs, in building sustainability capabilities and capturing opportunities in the green economy. Enterprise Singapore has allocated up to S$180 million for the programme, expected to benefit at least 6,000 enterprises over four years across all sectors. The programme operates on three levels: developing enterprises' capabilities through subsidized training workshops and enhanced EDG support; strengthening sector-specific capabilities through partnerships with Trade Associations and Chambers; and fostering a vibrant sustainability ecosystem through green financing (EFS-Green), training, certification, and standards development. ESP recognizes that sustainability is increasingly a compliance and competitiveness requirement for companies in global supply chains.
Eligibility Criteria
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Business entity registered and operating in Singapore
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Minimum 30% local shareholding
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Open to enterprises at any stage of sustainability journey
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All sectors are eligible
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Excludes non-profit organizations registered as public companies limited by guarantee
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Excludes foreign companies operating as branch/representative offices
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the ESP is open to local enterprises regardless of sector, as long as they are registered and operating in Singapore with minimum 30% local shareholding.
The ESP is an umbrella programme that includes subsidized training, grants (via EDG), financing (via EFS-Green), and standards support. Individual grants within ESP are typically accessed through the EDG framework.
Each eligible entity can send up to 3 participants per course type (Foundational, Decarbonisation, Sustainable Finance).
Trade Associations and Chambers (TACs) registered with ROS or ACRA that are defined as non-profit organisations can participate. However, non-profit organisations registered as public companies limited by guarantee are excluded from some components.
The Enterprise Financing Scheme - Green is a financing facility launched under ESP to enable better access to green financing for companies developing enabling technologies and solutions to reduce waste, resource use, or greenhouse gas emissions.
A grant to help companies prepare their first sustainability report consistent with ISSB (International Sustainability Standards Board) standards.