Public Sector leads Energy Conservation push, Government urges businesses, households and individuals to join the effort
In Parliament on 7 April 2026, Singapore Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade & Industry Mr. Gan Kim Yong spoke on the impacts of developments in the Middle East. He warned of the risk of a global energy crunch and called on businesses and households to do their part to conserve energy and contribute […]
The Enduring Value of Green Real Estate
SGBC CEO Er. Yvonne Soh recently penned an article for the Q2 2026 issue of the SID Directors Bulletin, which was themed War for Sustainability. In her article, “The Enduring Value of Green Real Estate“, Er. Soh explored the shifting dynamics of the built environment. She noted that the market was moving rapidly beyond the […]
SG Green Issue 22.0 – Building Greener Data Centres for a Sustainable Digital Future
Can something as foundational to the digital economy as the data centre also become a model of sustainability? This central question informs the latest issue of SG Green. Data centres have long operated in the background, quietly powering the platforms and services that define modern life. But today, they are recognised not only as mission-critical […]
Turning it down… or rather, turning it up to 25°C
What if one small change in your workplace could drive meaningful energy savings? The “Go 25 Challenge” has been launched on the susGain app, and users can learn why going to 25°C is optimal, how it reduces energy waste, as well as the wider environmental impact of the Go 25 national movement for sustainable cooling. […]
Small Space, Big Impact: How a Microforest at City Square Mall Lowers Temperatures by Up to 5°C
A year-long study by National University of Singapore researchers has confirmed what urban dwellers instinctively feel: greenery cools. But the findings from the City Developments Limited MicroForest at City Square Mall are particularly striking: temperatures within the 260 sqm patch (now expanded to twice its size) are up to 5°C lower than surrounding urban areas. […]
[BCA ePublication] Samwoh Smart Hub
The Samwoh Smart Hub is one of the first office buildings to be certified as a BCA Green Mark Platinum Positive Energy building and has achieved 84% energy savings improvement as compared to the 2005 baseline. A total of eight new innovative energy-efficient solutions have been implemented at Samwoh Smart Hub under the Green Buildings […]
[Solutions Wanted] SGBC-OCBC Built Environment Decarbonisation Challenge 2026
The 3rd edition of the SGBC-OCBC Built Environment Decarbonisation Challenge is now open and we are seeking bold innovations to catalyse the transformation of Singapore’s built environment! Building on the success and strong industry response towards the Challenge calls in 2024 and 2025, the 2026 edition of the Challenge seeks to uncover the next wave […]
2026 Designated as Singapore’s Year of Climate Adaptation
Singapore has laid out its inaugural National Adaptation Plan, addressing heat resilience, flood protection, coastal defence, and water and food security. Amongst other key initiatives, a new Heat Resilience Policy Office has been set up to map out the country’s heat resilience efforts. Established by the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE), the office […]
[BCA Circular] Companion Guide to Code on Accessibility in the Built Environment 2025
The Code on Accessibility 2025, launched in April 2025, was streamlined to focus on mandatory requirements, enhancing clarity for Qualified Persons. To support Qualified Persons in exceeding these baseline standards, the Companion Guide provides non-mandatory design recommendations and enhanced features that promote user-centric accessibility. It consolidates insights from the Code Review Committee, industry and public […]
Building the Real Estate Talent Pipeline
The future of Singapore’s real estate sector depends on a strong and steady pipeline of skilled talent. To address this critical need, the Real Estate Developers’ Association of Singapore (REDAS) has partnered with the National University of Singapore (NUS) to launch a comprehensive Real Estate Talent Development Programme. By consolidating opportunities across the industry, the […]