Singapore, 28 May 2026 – The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Singapore today announced the appointment of Chew Sutat as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 June 2026.
As CEO, Sutat will focus on strengthening WWF-Singapore’s conservation work and deepening partnerships to deliver greater impact across Singapore and the region. With more than 25 years of experience in the corporate and financial sectors, Sutat has served as a non-executive director and trusted advisor to companies, start-ups, investment committees, foundations and non-profit organisations. A Fellow of the Singapore Institute of Directors and the Institute of Banking and Finance Singapore, he is a former Chairman of Community Chest and a recipient of the Global Investor Asia Capital Markets Lifetime Achievement Award (2021) and the Public Service Medal (2023).
Mr Hsieh Fu Hua, Chairman of WWF-Singapore, said: “Sutat brings a strong sense of purpose, strategic focus and a deep appreciation of WWF-Singapore’s role in advancing climate and nature outcomes. The Board is confident in his ability to build on the organisation’s progress and strengthen its impact across Singapore and the region.”
On his appointment, Sutat shared “It is a privilege to take on this role at WWF-Singapore at such a significant milestone, as WWF-Singapore marks its 20th anniversary alongside 65 years of WWF globally. As we honour two decades of conservation impact from Singapore, I look forward to working with the team, the Board and our partners to carry that purpose forward and deliver greater impact for climate, nature, community and our shared future together.”
Building on Two Decades of Impact
As WWF-Singapore enters its next phase of growth, the organisation is advancing flagship efforts that will strengthen its impact across biodiversity conservation, climate action and community outcomes – from protecting species and ecosystems to scaling science-based solutions across Singapore and the region.
- Accelerating Climate and Nature Solutions
Through initiatives such as Canopy, a nature finance facility supporting up to 12,000 hectares of high-quality restoration across Southeast Asia, and the Action for a Resilient Climate (ARC) Coalition, WWF-Singapore is driving credible climate and nature investments across Asia-Pacific. As a founding member of ARC, WWF-Singapore works alongside corporates, financial institutions, philanthropic organisations and government partners to promote integrity, transparency and participation in global carbon markets.
Together, these efforts aim to mobilise finance at scale while delivering measurable impact for nature and communities.
- Advancing Public Engagement in Conservation through Science and Innovation
WWF-Singapore is also developing new initiatives to strengthen public engagement in climate and biodiversity conservation across Asia. Building on its science-based expertise, the organisation aims to connect research, education and community participation to encourage greater environmental awareness and action. Through scientific learning, digital innovation and hands-on experiences, WWF-Singapore seeks to make conservation more accessible and engaging, while collaborating with educators, researchers, conservationists and government partners to support the next generation of environmental stewards.
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WWF-Singapore:
| Izrael Muhamad Tel: +65 9455 7623 Email: aimuhamad@wwf.sg | Hazel Xu Tel: +65 9452 6803 Email: hxu@wwf.sg |
About WWF-Singapore
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is one of the world’s largest and most respected independent conservation organisations. WWF’s mission is to stop the degradation of the earth’s natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature. As one of WWF’s international hubs, WWF-Singapore supports a global network spanning over 100 countries. WWF-Singapore works closely with local stakeholders towards a greener and more sustainable Singapore and the region around us. We work to address key conservation areas, such as deforestation, illegal wildlife trade, oceans, food security, sustainable finance and sustainable consumption through education and outreach efforts with individuals, businesses and governments. For more information, please visit wwf.sg.
