SEN visits renewable energy and waste treatment facilities in Singapore (with photos)
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     The Secretary for the Environment, Mr Wong Kam-sing, continued his visit to Singapore today (May 23) and visited a number of renewable energy and waste treatment facilities.

     Mr Wong first paid a visit to the Floating Solar Systems at Tengeh Reservoir. The system covers one hectare and was launched in 2016. He then departed for the School of Design and Environment of the National University of Singapore, where he toured the first new-build Net-Zero Energy Building in Singapore, which was unveiled early this year.

     In the afternoon, Mr Wong visited Semakau Landfill and was briefed by staff on Singapore's solid waste management policies and the operation of the landfill. Located about 8km south of Singapore, Semakau Landfill is the only landfill in the city-state and it handles all of its incineration ash in addition to around 200 000 tonnes of solid waste annually. Mr Wong also called at Marina Barrage to tour its Green Roof as well as the Sustainable Singapore Gallery.

     In the evening, Mr Wong will meet with young Hong Kong people studying and working in Singapore, and have dinner with them to chat and learn more about their daily life. He will continue his visit tomorrow (May 24).

Ends/Thursday, May 23, 2019
Issued at HKT 19:05

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