Have you been using the Reverse Vending Machines? We want to hear from you!
 
Participate in this short survey at https://form.gov.sg/5f8d3a65ef8dab00112f86b0 to help us understand your experience thus far, and play a part in improving future schemes.

🎬 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ULv4aqSqzY

How is climate change affecting SG? The Climate Science Research Programme Office (CSRPO), set up under the Centre for Climate Research Singapore (CCRS), was launched today to lead and drive research efforts under the National Climate Science Research Masterplan. http://ccrs.weather.gov.sg/launch-of-the-climate-science-research-programme-office/

Final Call (for Ideas Fund) – We are not looking for just any hero, but the eco-hero that Singapore needs right now!
 
Qualify for up to $20,000 funding to bring your eco-idea to new heights with NEA’s Call for Ideas Fund – here’s how: https://nea.gov.sg/programmes-grants/grants-and-awards/call-for-ideas-fund. All aspiring eco-heroes are reminded to submit their applications by 15 Nov 2020.

Authorities have identified these culprits as the Top 5 troublemakers when it comes to dengue.
 
Pay special attention to these potential breeding habitats for mosquitoes in your own homes!

Calling all student environmental groups - NEA is here to lend a helping hand.

Get up to $2,000 to fund your innovative environmental initiatives with NEA’s Environment Fund for Institutes of Higher Learning – here’s how: https://cgs.gov.sg/programmes/youth-for-the-environment-day/funding/environment-fund-for-ihls

#SGDengueUpdate The weekly number of dengue cases has declined to 410, but this number is still about 3 times more than the number in the corresponding period averaged over the past 3 years. We also continue to detect a high incidence of Aedes mosquito breeding in landed homes. Download the myENV app to get regular alerts on dengue clusters, and to report any suspected mosquito breeding habitats to us (www.nea.gov.sg/myENV)!

#DidYouKnow that some plants can be mosquito breeding habitats as their structures have little pockets that can trap water. These plants have leaves that grow upwards at an angle that will create a little cup between the upper side of the stem and the leaves.
 
Be sure to check this ‘blind spot’ regularly. Here’s a ‘Check and Protect’ checklist for a thorough #MozzieWipeout today: https://go.gov.sg/dengue-checklist

#SGDengueUpdate Thanks to the concerted efforts of the community, the number of weekly dengue cases has declined to 260, the lowest in 2020. However, the number of weekly dengue cases and active dengue clusters are still higher than usual. Let’s all do our part to reduce the Aedes mosquito population and break disease transmission! Learn more: go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

Staying home during this COVID-19 period has brought out the green thumb in many of us. And yet, with interest comes responsibility, too! Set a daily reminder to keep your plants nourished and your home protected from dengue too: https://go.gov.sg/dengue-checklist #MozzieWipeout

We’ve launched the first hybrid Clean and Green Singapore (CGS) event today! You will find a broad variety of activities that you can participate in and learn how to incorporate clean, green and sustainable habits into your daily lives at www.cgs.gov.sg/cgs2020.

A series of video workshops will also be released at www.cgs.gov.sg/cgs2020/workshops over 28 and 29 Nov, hosted by local personalities Mark Lee, Nurul Aini and Eswari Gunasagar. Plus, stand a chance to win attractive prizes by participating in the workshops and posting a selfie with your DIY creations on Facebook or Instagram with #cleanandgreensingapore by 31 Dec 2020.

Launched today, the Climate-Friendly Households Programme makes the purchase of energy or water efficient products more affordable, by providing 1-, 2- and 3-room HDB households with 3 types of e-Vouchers at www.go.gov.sg/cfhp

#SaveMoneySaveElectricity #ClimateChangeSG

The new public waste collection contract for the Clementi-Bukit Merah sector has been awarded to SembWaste Pte. Ltd.

Residents can look forward to a new fleet of collection trucks including electric vehicles, high capacity rear-end loaders, and ergonomic trucks which provide better safety and worker comfort. Sembwaste will also be deploying technologies equipped with Internet of Things attributes, to detect the amount of waste collected, generate fault alerts for quick recovery, and centralise their fleet management and surveillance capabilities. https://www.nea.gov.sg/media/news/news/index/new-public-waste-collector-for-the-clementi-bukit-merah-sector-from-1-january-2021

To make the purchase of energy or water efficient products more affordable, we have launched the Climate-Friendly Households Programme, providing 1-, 2- and 3-room HDB households with 3 types of e-Vouchers. Apply for the e-Vouchers at www.go.gov.sg/cfhp

#SGDengueUpdate 281 weekly dengue cases were reported last week, reversing the downward trend in the number of weekly dengue cases over the past 6 weeks. The Aedes mosquito population has also increased by 11% since the second week of Nov. Let’s all stay vigilant and do our part to reduce the Aedes mosquito population! Learn more: go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

Year-end celebrations are different this year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make this one as special as the last. Let’s make this season of giving an unforgettable and meaningful one, by caring for the environment, yourself and your loved ones. #SustainableSG https://go.gov.sg/nea-year-end-advisory-2020

#SGDengueUpdate It’s the third consecutive week with less than 300 weekly dengue cases. However, the Aedes mosquito population increased by 16% in Nov, compared to in Oct. There is also a 40% increase in mosquito breeding in residences.

Let’s stay alert and do our part to reduce the Aedes mosquito population, by doing the #MozzieWipeout at least once a week. If you’re living in a dengue cluster area, use mosquito repellent regularly to protect yourself and your loved ones. Learn more: go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

#SGDengueUpdate As of 17 Dec 2020, there have been 34,844 reported dengue cases this year, with 228 cases reported last week. While NEA has closed about 98% of the dengue clusters notified since the beginning of 2020, there are still over 230 residential areas with high Aedes aegypti mosquito population currently.
 
So let’s stay vigilant and keep up our #DenguePrevention efforts. If you’re planning to go for a staycation, don’t forget to do the #MozzieWipeout first! Learn more: go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

Planning to do your Christmas shopping or buying ingredients to cook up a storm? Don’t forget to bring along your reusables to reduce the waste generated!

#SGDengueUpdate 236 dengue cases were reported in the week ending 19 Dec. Whilst the weekly cases number is less than 300, a figure of 200 to 300 is still relatively high for this time of the year.

Have you been doing your part in the fight against dengue? Continue doing the #MozzieWipeout at least once a week, to get rid of stagnant water and prevent mosquito breeding. More at go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

Planning a staycation with your SingapoRediscover vouchers? Keep yourself and your loved ones safe by going through the ‘Check and Protect’ checklist for a thorough #MozzieWipeout before your stay! https://go.gov.sg/dengue-checklist