IN FOCUS: Where do the recyclables that you place in blue bins end up?

His colleague, NUS Professor Rajasekhar Balasubramaniam, also pointed out that cardboard generally appeared the same, unlike metals which could come in different types, shapes and sizes.  “It’s much easier to deal with cardboard when it comes to recycling. It doesn’t involve sophisticated technology. All cardboard items can be recycled,” the Professor from the Department of … Read more

Singapore may publicise images of litterbugs to catch offenders

SINGAPORE: In a crackdown on litterbugs, Singapore may publicise images of offenders in community spaces so members of the public can help identify them. Identified offenders will be dealt with under the law, including being fined or charged in court, the National Environment Agency (NEA) said. “Care will be exercised” in cases committed by young children, the … Read more

Pasir Ris beach recreational centres take extra precautions over higher bacteria levels in seawater

People’s Association’s PAssion Wave, which offers a range of waterfront activities, has temporarily ceased stand-up paddleboard (SUP) rental at its Pasir Ris and Sembawang outlets. In response to queries from CNA, the club said it has implemented precautionary measures at the two branches to minimise potential risks following NEA’s advisory. These include reducing water time … Read more

Increasing demand for scattering of ashes in garden at Choa Chu Kang Cemetery

SINGAPORE: Demand for inland ash scattering has steadily increased since the first such facility was opened in 2021, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Sustainability and the Environment Baey Yam Keng said on Tuesday (Feb 6).  Mr Baey was responding in Parliament to questions from MP Carrie Tan (PAP-Nee Soon), who asked if Singapore has considered innovative … Read more

Orchard no-smoking zone expanded to include skate park outside Somerset MRT station

“To facilitate a smooth implementation, NEA will take an advisory approach in the first two months where those caught smoking in the adjusted area along Exeter Road and Killiney Road will receive verbal warnings,” the agency said in an advisory on its website. “However, smokers who repeatedly flout the law in spite of prior warnings … Read more