Kallang Precinct Plans Reinforce Sports as a Central Focus at the Hub

Aug 19, 2024 | News

It was encouraging to see sports play a prominent role in Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s first National Day Rally since taking office.   Mr. Wong dedicated almost 10 minutes of his one-and-a-half-hour English rally speech on Sunday night (Aug 18) to discussing...

Prohibition of Bicycles and Kick Scooters on Footpaths Adjacent to Cycling Lanes, Effective July 2025

Aug 15, 2024 | News

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced on Wednesday, August 14, that bicycles and non-motorized personal mobility devices (PMDs), such as kick scooters, will be prohibited on footpaths adjacent to cycling lanes.   Currently, there are over 200 km of cycling...

Singapore Plans to Develop Groundbreaking Renewable Energy Farm near Raffles Lighthouse

Aug 12, 2024 | News, Saving the Earth

Singapore is considering the development of a pioneering renewable energy farm in the waters surrounding Raffles Lighthouse, with a feasibility study set to commence in the fourth quarter of this year.   The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) informed...

Intense Heatwave Drives Up Power Demand in Eastern China

Aug 5, 2024 | News, Saving the Earth

Eastern China continues to endure extreme temperatures, with severe heat expected to persist in major coastal cities within the highly industrialized provinces of Jiangsu and Zhejiang for up to 10 more days.   Recently, temperatures have soared to 43.9 degrees...

5 Innovative Approaches to Sustainability at the Paris 2024 Olympics

Aug 1, 2024 | News, Saving the Earth

As the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony nears, access to certain parts of the city will require QR codes due to security measures. Within this secure perimeter, organizers have been working for years to ensure these Games are the most sustainable ever. Major initiatives...