Zero waste nation

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The case for “Zero Waste”

At the heart of Singapore’s rapid development lies an inconvenient question: Is it sustainable?

Resources around the world are being used up far faster than they are replenished, and the burning of fossil fuels has caused the build-up of greenhouse gases and rising global temperatures. As the global community shifts towards lowcarbon economies to ensure a sustainable
future, Singapore plays our part by following three key principles:

› First, economic development, environmental protection and social inclusion are equally important

› Second, everyone must work together to achieve the best outcome

› Third, plans and policies should be focused on the long term and cater to the local context, with an integrated approach to achieve better synergies and resource efficiencies. These principles have guided our policies on waste management, and will continue to do so as we confront environmental challenges such as climate change and a growing worldwide waste problem.

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CLIMATE CHANGE – AN EXISTENTIAL THREAT

Climate change has altered weather patterns, affected food and water supplies and caused rising sea levels. As a low-lying island citystate, it is an existential threat for Singapore. Climate change has made our tropical country even warmer, and brought about longer dry spells. And when there is respite from the scorching heat, the rainfall is more frequent and intense. Such erratic weather patterns will only
worsen resource constraints and supply shocks worldwide, in turn giving rise to crises like food shortages – a serious concern for Singapore where 90% of food products are imported.

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