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Sustainability 

CDL takes another green step forward

2018, July 18 - First real estate player to have carbon reduction targets validated by Science Based Targets Initiative. This move by CITY Developments Limited (CDL), is part of its accelerated climate change strategy amid the backdrop of  Singapore’s impending 2019 carbon tax and the global transition to a low carbon economy.

Designing Waste: Strategies for a Zero Waste City

2018, July 03 - An exhibition in New York are meant to get residents, landlords, building owners, architects and developers focused on the effort to reduce waste and increase recycling. The hope is to make for more efficient handling and sorting of waste, from the time residents throw out their trash to when the city picks it up. Because the flow of waste is often treated as a low-priority item in the design of new buildings and older buildings were never constructed to handle recycling, building employees are often left to figure things out for themselves.

More than 800 HDB blocks and govt sites to install solar panels

2018, June 25 - HDB to award third contract to install solar panels in 848 HDB blocks and 27 government sites. With the installations, the panels are expected to power about 55,000 four-room flats and reduce carbon emmissions by 12,500 tonnes a year.

Singapore firms making a (Green) Mark overseas

2018, June 09 - Building and Construction Authority (BCA) gave out 420 Green Mark Awards last month. The Green Mark rating is given to buildings or tenants who meet certain standards of energy efficiency and good indoor environmental quality. 

CDL reports big progress in sustainability targets

2018, May 02 - CDL also achieved a 27.3 per cent reduction in energy use intensity from 2007 levels, exceeding its 25 percent target for 2030. Other achievements includes all of CDL-owned and managed-office buildings attaining Green Mark GoldPLUS and Platinum, the highest-tier certification for environment-friendly buildings.

$4.5 million restoration for 164-year-old Hindu temple

2018, April 23 - The iconic Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple in Little India has been restored to its full glory, after a $4.5 million restoration. The 164-year-old temple – one of the oldest in Singapore – was resanctified yesterday in a consecration ceremony witnessed by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong.

Green innovator sets his sights high

2017, Sept 14 - Mr Zac Toh has been scaling new heights with his green roofs, which are covered with growing plants. Yesterday, the 25-year old was crowned Singapore's Young Green Innovator of the Year for pioneering green roofs at his family's firm. 

CDL issues green bond, a first by a Singapore company

2017, Apr 17 - One of the most environmentally conscious companies here, developer City Developments (CDL) has further burnished its green credentials by selling what it says is "the first green bond by a Singapore company".
 

Shipping containers repurposed in hip and interesting ways

2016, Apr 10 - Shipping containers past their prime are being given a new lease of life, with developers here using them to house restaurants, shops and artist studios. Not only are they eco-friendly and cost-effective, but containers are also sought after for their trendy, industrial-chic aesthetic. 
 

Singapore-designed device 'aids climate change war'

2016, Dec 6 - Scientists here are designing a machine to capture carbon dioxide given off by power stations and convert it to harmless minerals that can be used for land reclamation.

Six govt agencies under one roof at Tampines' new hub

2016, Nov 28 - A First-of-its-kind Public Services Centre a key feature of new lifestyle and community hub.
The hub will also put into practice sustainable lifestyle habits, like working towards generating zero waste. The expected 1.4 tonnes of daily food waste it produces can be converted to fertiliser, liquid nutrients or non-potable water, using an advanced foodwaste recycling system. 

Super foam developed by NTU is more soundproof, heat-resistant

2016, Nov 23 - A new foam material that is stronger, more heat-resistant, more soundproof and more waterproof than existing products may be about to shake up the market for insulating materials in industries ranging from construction to aerospace.

Singapore forum aims for Asia's first zero-waste, zero-emission meet

2016, Nov 15 - A business forum in Singapore next week aims to be Asia’s first large-scale “zero-waste” and “zero-emission” conference.

Industry sector steps up efforts to boost energy efficiency

2016, Oct 4 - Businesses are taking a wide range of approaches in their operations and reaping significant savings. 

A dream of greener buildings, better cities

2016, Sept 23 - Architect Mr Tai Lee Siang wants more countries to support green buildings and for people to love their cities.

New Green Mark criteria for residential buildings in the works

2016, Sept 16 - In the future, developers of residential buildings could have to use more sophisticated technology in order to get their buildings Green Mark certified.

Sustainability gains traction

2016, Jun 27 - Digital Sustainability reporting, or the practice of publishing the impact of a company's economic, environmental and social activities, is increasingly gaining traction among corporates worldwide amid a global push for sustainable business standards.

Smart cities, smoother lives

2016, Jun 25 - Digital connectivity in smart homes and big data in smart cities are used not for disruption but to make everyday life easier.

Green moves to get students and companies involved in sustainability efforts

2016, Jun 24 - Secondary school students will be encouraged to take charge of improving the sustainability of their school buildings through a new green programme announced on Friday.

Greener moves for cleaner air

2016, Apr 13 - The Government will buy only printing paper products that carry the Singapore Green Label come September.

Going flat out to turn smart-home vision into reality

2016, Apr 04 - What if your home was clad in an outer skin that sucked in sunlight and made it into electricity for the air-conditioner while keeping out noise and other pollution?

Buildings can play part in green fight

2016, Mar 11 - The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) estimates that buildings contribute to as much as a third of total global greenhouse gas emissions, mainly due to the use of fossil fuels for energy generation.

Ways to give green buildings movement a bigger push

2016, Jan 11 - BCA’s CEO says Singapore can use more solar energy, achieve further research breakthroughs in energy efficiency, and get building occupants more involved.
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