22 Oct 2011 ASEAN-CHINA ENVIRONMENTAL COOPERATION FORUM 2011 INNOVATION FOR GREEN DEVELOPMENT.
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22 Oct 2011
ASEAN-CHINA ENVIRONMENTAL COOPERATION FORUM 2011
INNOVATION FOR GREEN DEVELOPMENT
Background
Singapore is a resource-scarce and small city state
Three principles for sustainable development Integrated land use planning Pragmatic and cost-effective approach Test-bedding new technologies
Challenges to Sustainable Development
Economy and population growth
Global competition for
scarce resources
Climate Change
Improve Resource Efficiency
Capability Building
Community Ownership
Liveable Environment
Strategies for Sustainable
Development
Conclusion
Initiatives to change the way we live, commute, play and work
“whole of nation” approach Singapore will be economically and
environmentally sustainable
Thank you
