Singapore gov’t agencies adopt measures after 30 tonnes of ‘slop’ leaked into sea after Shell oil leak
In a joint statement on Oct 21, eight government agencies said they were working closely with Shell to clean up the leaked oil.
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Japan’s lessons from Fukushima
The Fukushima nuclear disaster in 2011 led Japan to suspend the operations of 54 nuclear reactors. Japan has restarted 12 reactors since – and in the push for energy security…
Take stern action to protect our environment: The Daily Star
It is frustrating to see the relentless onslaught on our nature even now. Indiscriminate hill cutting, deforestation, encroachment of water bodies including riverside areas,…
Oil leaks into Singapore waters from Shell’s land-based pipeline joining Bukom islands
Shell said it is still assessing the total volume spilt.
45th ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly to see push for shared benefits
Some of the key challenges set to be raised during the General Assembly include regional conflicts, natural disasters, climate change, and economic and financial difficulties.
Bangladesh ban on plastic bags a boon for eco-friendly sacks
Businesses said, however, most of the jute goods makers were focused on making fabrics suitable for the export market and were unprepared to meet the sudden spike in demand for…
Free collection of bulky e-waste from doorstep for all households in Singapore from 2025
Waste management firm Alba Group, which was appointed in 2021 to run the national e-waste programme, currently charges a nominal fee of $40 to remove these kinds of e-waste.
Indonesia’s Bandung landfill on the verge of overcapacity
City administration has estimated that 80 percent of the 1,500 tonnes of waste generated daily by the city are transported to Sarimukti. At this rate, there will be no space left…
Singapore sets new national climate target for 2035; government invites public feedback
Under the UN’s Paris Agreement, countries are required to submit their climate targets, which are reflective of their “highest possible ambition”, every five years.
Bangkok’s PM2.5 pollution makes a comeback as rains ease
Bangkokians in 16 districts hit with heavy fine dust pollution after temporary respite during the rainy season.