What We Do
We are a private investment and sustainable trade advisory company based in Singapore and reaching out to the rest of Southeast Asia and Pacific.
Although we are small, we believe in creating a a balance between economic and environmental sustainability. Sustainable trade implies a trading system that does not harm the environment or deteriorate social conditions while promoting economic development.
Most of our work relies heavily on the understanding of the Traceability within the supply chain. Supply Chain Traceability is vital in knowing your supply chain and where ingredients come from. We are working with our partners and stakeholders towards developing full traceability, from source to product.
About Our Name
Anapana is a combination of the ancient Pali words “ana”, which refers to the act of breathing in, and “apana”, referring to act of breathing out. The choice of the symbol relates to the concept of mindfulness in our daily activities. Mindfulness practice in business can really help with the creation of sustainability. By better understanding when Mindfulness is the right approach, we can better enhance the relationships between the business stakeholders.
Also read: Mindfulness: Why Being Present Can Make You a Better Manager.
Mindfulness opens up new mental changes conducive to entrepreneurship.
Mindfulness Towards 3 Sustainable Development Goals
Goal 12
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns and promote resource and energy efficiency, sustainable infrastructure, and providing access to basic services, green and decent jobs and a better quality of life for all.
*As a way to decrease negative impact.
Goal 15
Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss.
*As a way to decrease negative impact.
Goal 17
A stronger commitment to partnership and cooperation is needed to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals that will require coherent policies, an enabling environment for sustainable development at all levels and by all actors.
*As a way to increase positive impact.