Resource Sustainability (Amendment) Bill

The Resource Sustainability (Amendment) Bill aims to enhance Singapore's environmental sustainability through specific regulatory measures. The key points include the introduction of a mandatory charge for disposable carrier bags imposed on certain retailers to reduce their usage. A beverage container return scheme will be established requiring producers to collect deposits on beverage containers, refundable upon return for recycling. Additionally, occupiers of prescribed buildings will be mandated to segregate food waste and adhere to treatment and reporting requirements regarding that waste. The bill adjusts existing definitions and provisions in the Resource Sustainability Act 2019 to support these initiatives.