SPACECOOL Selected as the Only Japanese Finalist in 'The Liveability Challenge 2026', Recognizing Innovative Solutions for Sustainability Challenges in Tropical Cities
SPACECOOL was selected as the sole Japanese finalist out of over 1,500 applications for The Liveability Challenge 2026, a global environmental award, and will pitch at the grand final in Singapore.
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SPACECOOL Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and CEO: Masahiro Suemitsu; hereinafter 'the Company') announces that it has been selected as one of the 8 finalists in The Liveability Challenge 2026, organized by Temasek Foundation and managed by Eco-Business.
The Liveability Challenge (TLC) is a global initiative that evaluates innovative solutions for pressing sustainability challenges in urban tropical regions.
This year, under the two themes of 'Decarbonisation' and 'Cool Earth', there were over 1,500 applications from more than 100 countries, the highest number ever. Our company was selected as the only finalist from Japan, receiving recognition in the Cool Earth sector, which focuses on addressing extreme weather associated with climate change.
The Company will take the stage at the grand final to be held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore on May 20, 2026, to deliver the final pitch.
For more details on TLC, please click here.
- Comment from Ms. Meaghan See, Chief Commercial Officer of Eco-Business
Even as the global political landscape fragments, the urgency of the climate crisis continues to grow. Rising temperatures and increasing climate disasters are proof of this. The strong global response to TLC 2026 demonstrates that the innovation community is tackling these challenges head-on, especially in vulnerable areas like the tropics. Now is the time for governments, financial institutions, and corporations to provide continuous support, implement these solutions in society, and create effective impacts.
- About Temasek Foundation
A philanthropic organization based on endowments from the Singapore government-owned investment company Temasek, supporting diverse programs that improve people's lives and communities.
- About Eco-Business
Asia-Pacific's leading media and business intelligence platform dedicated to sustainable development. It publishes reliable content on global challenges and solutions.
*SPACECOOL is a registered trademark.
The Liveability Challenge (TLC) is a global initiative that evaluates innovative solutions for pressing sustainability challenges in urban tropical regions.
This year, under the two themes of 'Decarbonisation' and 'Cool Earth', there were over 1,500 applications from more than 100 countries, the highest number ever. Our company was selected as the only finalist from Japan, receiving recognition in the Cool Earth sector, which focuses on addressing extreme weather associated with climate change.
The Company will take the stage at the grand final to be held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore on May 20, 2026, to deliver the final pitch.
For more details on TLC, please click here.
- Comment from Ms. Meaghan See, Chief Commercial Officer of Eco-Business
Even as the global political landscape fragments, the urgency of the climate crisis continues to grow. Rising temperatures and increasing climate disasters are proof of this. The strong global response to TLC 2026 demonstrates that the innovation community is tackling these challenges head-on, especially in vulnerable areas like the tropics. Now is the time for governments, financial institutions, and corporations to provide continuous support, implement these solutions in society, and create effective impacts.
- About Temasek Foundation
A philanthropic organization based on endowments from the Singapore government-owned investment company Temasek, supporting diverse programs that improve people's lives and communities.
- About Eco-Business
Asia-Pacific's leading media and business intelligence platform dedicated to sustainable development. It publishes reliable content on global challenges and solutions.
*SPACECOOL is a registered trademark.