In a remarkable partnership, SEGi College Penang and Access to Excess Solutions have joined forces to turn surplus bananas into delicious Banana Chocolate Soft Cookies, benefiting the children at Penang Shan Children’s Home (PSCHA). This initiative not only addresses food waste but also aligns with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
By repurposing surplus bananas into nutritious cookies, this collaboration helps to reduce food insecurity, contributing to Zero Hunger (SDG 2). The children at PSCHA receive wholesome snacks, promoting their overall well-being and growth. This initiative also embodies the principles of Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), reducing food waste and promoting sustainable food practices.
On 10 July, SEGi’s Surplus Kitchen project saw a group of students gather in the college kitchen to transform surplus bananas into Banana Chocolate Soft Cookies. Guided by their chefs, the students carefully prepared and baked the cookies, enhancing their practical skills and understanding of sustainability and community service.
Meanwhile, On 12 July, the freshly baked and packaged cookies were delivered to Penang Shan Children’s Home. A group of SEGi students, accompanied by their lecturer Adlyn Phun Xin Yee, visited the home for a sensory activity. Lee Chin Ching, Programme Leader, and Sharon Tong, the person in charge of Access to Excess, personally handed out the treats to the children. This visit brought smiles to the children’s faces and fostered a sense of community support.
This collaboration also exemplifies Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17), demonstrating the power of partnerships in achieving sustainable development. SEGi and Access to Excess Solutions showcase how educational institutions and organisations can create impactful solutions that benefit both people and the planet.
Through this initiative, SEGi College Penang and Access to Excess Solutions demonstrate their commitment to sustainable development, showing how surplus bananas can be turned into scrumptious cookies that nourish children and promote a more sustainable future.
This event is organised in support of the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG):
Zero Hunger (SDG 2)
Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3)
Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12)
