Category: Technology

The Earthshot Prize, established in 2020, supports groundbreaking projects to combat climate change and safeguard the environment.SINGAPORE: The third annual Earthshot Prize ceremony, created by Prince William, will take place in Singapore on November 7. The prestigious global environmental award, which was launched in 2020, seeks to recognize and support innovative initiatives aimed at combating …

The Tuas facility will begin operations by 2025, marking a key step in Dyson’s commitment to expanding its manufacturing capabilities.SINGAPORE: Dyson has unveiled plans to open a new battery manufacturing plant in Singapore, a move that forms part of the company’s US$3.4 billion global investment strategy aimed at bolstering its engineering and manufacturing prowess.The new …

Lim Tuang Liang emphasizes collaboration with agencies and the public sector to push Singapore towards its sustainability goals.SINGAPORE: Solar panels are becoming a common feature on public buildings and residential flats, yet questions around their placement—such as safety concerns and accessibility for firefighters—remain a significant challenge. It is issues like these that fall under the …

Parallel importers express concerns as Singapore’s push for EVs favors authorised dealers over them.SINGAPORE: While Singapore’s electric vehicle (EV) market is expanding, obstacles on both supply and demand sides are slowing widespread adoption. Despite Singapore’s goal of making every Housing and Development Board (HDB) town EV-ready by 2025 to reduce emissions, limited charging infrastructure and …

Singapore’s pride in Shou Zi Chew risks overshadowing the critical issues within TikTokTikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew recently became a global sensation after a five-hour Congressional hearing, leaving Capitol Hill as an unlikely hero. From TikTokers creating fan edits to Singaporeans praising him on LinkedIn, Chew’s calm demeanor and his poised answers amid pointed questioning …

The Government will inject an additional S$2 billion into the Changi Airport Development Fund.SINGAPORE: Construction on Changi Airport's Terminal 5 (T5) is set to begin in 2025, with the terminal expected to be operational by the mid-2030s, Transport Minister S Iswaran announced on Friday (Mar 3).Providing an update on the much-anticipated project, Mr. Iswaran stated …

Over 20 proposals have been received under the Energy Market Authority's request, as Singapore aims to import up to 4GW of low-carbon electricity by 2035.SINGAPORE: Singapore is poised to grant its first conditional approval for proposals to import low-carbon electricity in the near future, announced Second Minister for Trade and Industry Tan See Leng on …

New acquisitions are part of a broader strategy to modernize Singapore’s military capabilities by 2040, alongside cutting-edge virtual reality training advancements.SINGAPORE: The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) will expand its fleet of F-35B fighter jets, acquiring an additional eight aircraft, bringing its total to 12. Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen announced in Parliament on …

Concerns raised about Verra’s “phantom” carbon credits amid recent reports.SINGAPORE: The Singapore government is committed to thoroughly scrutinizing carbon markets and projects as it works to finalize a list of international carbon credits that companies can use to offset their carbon tax liabilities.In response to a parliamentary inquiry on Tuesday (Feb 7), Minister for Sustainability …

A significant step toward enhancing renewable energy in Singapore.SINGAPORE: The largest energy storage system in Southeast Asia was inaugurated on Jurong Island on Thursday (Feb 2), marking a pivotal move toward increasing solar power adoption in Singapore.The Sembcorp Energy Storage System boasts a maximum capacity of 285 megawatt-hours (MWh), enough to meet the electricity needs …