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

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