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The ASEAN-China Environmental Cooperation Forum held on October 22, 2011, in Singapore focused on sustainable development strategies tailored for resource-scarce environments. Key discussion topics included the integration of land-use planning, cost-effective pragmatic approaches, and the testing of new technologies to address sustainability challenges. The forum emphasized a "whole-of-nation" approach to initiate transformative changes in living, commuting, and working practices to ensure that Singapore achieves both economic and environmental sustainability.
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ASEAN-CHINA ENVIRONMENTAL COOPERATION FORUM 2011 INNOVATION FOR GREEN DEVELOPMENT • 22 Oct 2011
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
Conclusion Initiatives to change the way we live, commute, play and work “whole of nation” approach Singapore will be economically and environmentally sustainable