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Environment & climate

1,757 debates and bills about environment & climate

7 May 2026

Monitoring Microplastic Concentrations in Singapore's Marine Environment, Reservoirs and Food Chain and Plans to Legislate Bans or Mandatory Labelling

Singapore monitors microplastics in food, reservoirs, and seawater, finding levels low or undetectable.
Efforts focus on reducing plastic waste through waste management and anti-littering enforcement.
Government takes evidence-based approach, reviewing policies as science and international practices evolve.

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7 May 2026

Examining Measures Adopted in Other Countries to Increase Adopted of Residential Solar Installations on Private Properties

Residential solar installations rose fourfold to 6,900 since 2020, driven by falling costs and rent-to-own options.
No mandate for private homes due to rooftop uses and shading constraints.
Government will consider further measures if needed to accelerate solar adoption.

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7 May 2026

Trees Removed Due To Factors Such As Public Safety Risk, Poor Health and Development Projects

Minister cited earlier written reply on tree removal data and OneMillionTrees movement.
Question sought breakdown of felling reasons and fruit tree removal conditions.

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7 May 2026

Ramping Up EV Charging Infrastructure Given Expected Increase in EV Adoption with Elevated Fuel Prices

EV charging plans in question amid fuel price-driven adoption surge.
Minister gave no new update, citing prior reply on inter-agency coordination.
No revised targets or resources for slow/fast chargers disclosed.

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7 May 2026

Review of Singapore's Water Security Due to Rising Demands from Data Centres, Urban Expansion and Climate Variability

Questions on water risks from data centres, urban growth, climate change, and Johor pact expiry.
Minister cited diversified Four National Taps, including weather-resilient desalination and NEWater, for future demand.
Middle East energy volatility met with long-term focus on efficient water production.

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7 May 2026

Constraints that Prevent Scaling of Hydrokinetic Turbine Arrays in Singapore Strait

No current plans to deploy tidal energy in Singapore.
Limited sea space due to ports, anchorage, and shipping lanes.
Realistic tidal potential is under 1% of energy needs.

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7 May 2026

Barriers to Deploying Solar Panels in New Buildings, and Private Residential and Commercial Spaces

Government will not mandate solar panels, citing rooftop constraints and owner preferences.
Solar adoption growing via market economics and grants; further measures may follow.
Streamlining MCST approvals and creating a starter kit are being considered.

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6 May 2026

Clarification by Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and the Environment

Heat advisory definition clearly defined; used in Singapore since 2016 and last reviewed in 2023.
Minister issued a factual correction to his earlier reply on heat wave warning systems.

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6 May 2026

Data on Net Tree Count and Tree Removals, and Encouraging More Tree Planting Under OneMillionTrees Movement 2020

NParks removed about 51,000 unsafe trees from 2020-2025, with replacement planting where feasible.
OneMillionTrees movement planted 830,000 trees from 2020-2025, separate from development greenery measures.
Developers must provide replacement greenery under Landscaping for Urban Spaces and High-Rises program.

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6 May 2026

Deployment of Segregated Recycling Bins in Housing Estates

Segregated recycling bins complement, not replace, the existing national blue bin system.
No fixed rollout timeline; support is for ground-up trials like Queenstown’s Recycling Hub.
Minister encourages community and industry partnerships to develop localised recycling solutions.

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6 May 2026

Intended Roles for Singapore in Japan's Proposed $10 Billion Financial Framework to Assist ASEAN Nations to Enhance Energy Security

Japan announced US$10 billion energy resilience framework; Singapore awaits operational details.
Japan will channel funds via Japanese entities like JBIC, JICA, NEXI.
Singapore supports and will partner Japan and trusted partners to strengthen regional resilience and supply flows.

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6 May 2026

Measures to Ensure Accuracy and Reliability of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Disclosures by Listed Companies

Listed firms must use GHG Protocol, disclose calculation methods, and internally review sustainability reporting processes.
External assurance starts only in FY2029; SGX RegCo monitors disclosures and acts on breaches.
Scope 1 reporting rose from 50% to 87%, Scope 2 from 61% to 93%, aided by registry.

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6 May 2026

Developing Decentralised Charging Stations for Electric Buses

MP sought plans for decentralised charging to make electric charter buses viable without wasted mileage.
Reply: 298 heavy-vehicle chargers exist, 154 public; grant covers 50% up to $30,000 per charger.
Operators can work with LTA to identify under-served areas for more chargers.

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6 May 2026

Singapore Energy Resilience Strategy: An Off-grid and Micro-grid Power Using Smart Energy Management Solutions to be Deployed Island-wide

Azhar proposed island-wide solar-battery microgrids to bolster energy resilience against central grid failures.
Government cited high reliability, ongoing pilots, and cost/safety challenges before wider deployment.
Both agreed distributed energy solutions complement, not replace, Singapore's interconnected central grid.

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6 May 2026

Inter-agency Coordination to Support Timely Deployment of EV Charging Infrastructure in New Housing Estates

Government on track to deploy 60,000 EV charging points by 2030, with 30,500 installed.
New BTO estates will get EV chargers from key collection, improving earlier access.
Tengah sees expanded charging deployment, with feedback shaping planning and coordination.

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6 May 2026

Risk of Heat Wave Events in Singapore and Development of Advance Warning Systems for Weather-dependent Sectors

Heat wave risk in Singapore's 2026 hot season is assessed as low.
Existing warning systems, advisories, and sector action plans are robust and formalised.
New Heat Resilience Policy Office will address urban heat, sensors, and worker protections.

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5 May 2026

Enforcement Framework Against Wildlife Trafficking

NParks, Customs, and ICA use risk screening to detect wildlife trafficking at borders.
Freight forwarders and carriers must exercise due diligence under the Endangered Species Act.
Non-compliant parties have faced enforcement action, with risk profiles regularly updated.

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5 May 2026

Measuring and Addressing Food Waste Produced with Central Kitchen Meal Model and Implementing Measures to Reduce Food Waste

Food waste varies by dish popularity, portions, and student receptivity; vegetables and fruits waste more.
MOE works with operators to refine menus, adjust portion sizes, and make healthy options appealing.
Baseline food waste measurements are being established since CKMM rollout.

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5 May 2026

Equitable Distribution of Carbon Tax-Funded Decarbonisation Support Between SMEs and Large Firms and Safeguards Against Disproportionate Capture

SMEs receive up to 70% support for energy-efficient equipment, versus 30% for non-SMEs.
Government tailors decarbonisation aid, expanding Energy Efficiency Grant to all sectors until 2028.
Verified emissions and carbon tax revenue figures are regularly published for transparency.

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5 May 2026

Tracking Carbon Tax Revenue Allocation Across Decarbonisation, Business Transition and Household Support, and Mechanism for Independent Oversight

Carbon tax revenue funds decarbonisation and business energy-efficiency support, with nearly a quarter spent since 2019.
Future spending expected to rise to catalyse nascent low-carbon technologies.
No independent tracking exists; revenue management remains internal to government agencies.

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