Greener and deeper Singapore in the works, with more vibrant CBD
Plans for a greener and deeper Singapore were unveiled by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) at a Draft Master Plan exhibition in March. The plans include a new 50km Greater Rustic Coast running along the northern coast, as well as district-level underground projects. The Master Plan is a statutory land-use plan that guides Singapore’s development […]
Malaysia selects IDT’s proof of concept for intelligent street lights
In Malaysia, the Collaborative Research in Engineering, Science and Technology (CREST) has partnered with IDT to conduct a smart city pilot. The pilot includes validating the advantages of intelligent street lighting in reducing energy consumption, supporting smart city applications and making lights more interactive for residents. The two parties are conducting two intelligent street lighting […]
These fans aren’t just green— they’re smart, too
In a country where there is at least one electric fan in every home, it pays to invest wisely in an appliance that works nearly 24/7, particularly during the hot and humid months. Perhaps that’s why Haiku and Big Ass Fans have been gaining ground in the Philippines over the last 10 years. Both are […]
A fusion startup backed by Jeff Bezos just raised another $65 million, signaling that investors are still betting on this ‘Holy Grail’ technology.
Fusion energy startup General Fusion just raised another $65 million. The money will go towards constructing a demonstration power plant to test out its technology. Here, an early-stage prototype of the company’s unique piston technology, which is designed to compress hydrogen plasma and spur fusion.General Fusion
Sarawak CM orders own hydrogen car
KUCHING: Sarawak Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg (pic) has ordered his own hydrogen car, to lead by serious example, leadership in action in fulfilling the state’s green agenda. It will be similar to the Hyundai Nexo hydrogen fuel cell car that costs before taxation US$60,000 or some RM300,000. “Sarawak is still developing […]
Sunlight used to convert plastics into useful chemical
Scientists here have developed a way to convert plastic waste into useful chemicals using sunlight. This is the first reported process that can completely break down a non-biodegradable plastic
Million Green Homes launches in Vietnam to help build low-carbon future
An ambitious new program in Vietnam called Million Green Homes aims to bring solar PV and energy efficiency technologies to a million houses or buildings by 2030, thereby helping the country shift away from its existing fossil fuel dependency. Nguy Thi Khanh, Director of GreenID, the organization behind Million Green Homes, says that the program […]
Singapore-based startup SensorFlow offers energy optimisation solutions for hotels in Asia
A Singapore-based startup is offering hoteliers a smart solution to reduce their energy consumption, optimise their operational efficiency and achieve their sustainability goals. SensorFlow is a proptech that combines the use of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help hotels in Asia monitor, analyse and automate energy consumption for better productivity, […]
Upgraded Nee Soon South CC to have energy-saving, dementia-friendly features
SINGAPORE — Come 2022, Nee Soon South residents can expect an upgraded community club (CC) that uses less energy and is more dementia-friendly. Announcing this at the constituency’s open house on Sunday (Dec 1), Nee Soon South’s grassroots adviser Lee Bee Wah said the CC — located near Khatib MRT Station — is projected to […]
NEWSand – Singapore’s new construction material
Environmental Conservation is one of the top agendas of the Singapore Government. Innovation efforts are made for finding alternative methods to carry out necessary processes while being environmentally friendly at the same time. NEWSand is one such innovation that has been produced from municipal solid waste. It could potentially be used as a construction material […]