The Singapore Green Plan 2030 is a whole-of-government sustainability and climate action strategy designed to advance Singapore’s transition toward a low-carbon, climate-resilient, and resource-efficient nation. The Plan establishes coordinated national targets across energy transition, sustainable urban development, green mobility, nature conservation, waste reduction, and climate adaptation. As a dense and highly urbanized city-state, Singapore integrates smart technologies, green infrastructure, and innovative policy frameworks to achieve sustainable economic growth while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving environmental quality.
Description of Town
Type of Town:
☒ Urban (Central Business District)
☒ Urban (Mainly consists of commercial area)
☒ Urban (Mainly consists of residential area)
☐ Village (village)
☐ Village (island)
☐ Others
Coverage rate of population with access to tap water: Approximately 100%
Coverage rate of population with access to gas: Moderate; Singapore promotes electrification and clean energy transition.
Power plant capacity: National power generation system; not city-specific
Specific power plant type: Electricity supplied mainly through natural gas with increasing solar and renewable energy integration.
Number of public transportation vehicles per 10,000 population: High — includes MRT rail system, buses, and integrated transport network.
Popularization rate of telephone, including mobile telephone Over 100 sets per 100 persons
Per capita area of paved roads High urban infrastructure density.
Per capita area of public green space High; Singapore integrates parks, urban forests, and green corridors.
Climate conditions Tropical, hot, humid, and rainy climate.
Expected Future Development
Expected demographic changes: Stable population growth with continued high urban density and increasing smart city development.
Expected industrial/economic changes: Expansion of green economy sectors including clean energy, sustainable construction, environmental technologies, and green finance.
Other expected development: Expansion of solar energy, electrification of transportation, climate adaptation infrastructure, and circular economy programs.
Town Policy, Vision or Objective
What is the policy, vision, or objective of the town?
Brief outline of the low carbon town development plan:
• Singapore aims to advance sustainable development while achieving significant emissions reduction and strengthening climate resilience. The Green Plan supports Singapore’s long-term commitment to achieve net-zero emissions and ensures economic competitiveness through green innovation and sustainable urban planning.
The Singapore Green Plan focuses on five major pillars:
• City in Nature: Expanding green spaces and biodiversity protection
• Sustainable Living: Promoting low-carbon lifestyles and resource efficiency
• Energy Reset: Increasing renewable energy deployment and energy efficiency
• Green Economy: Developing green industries and sustainable finance
• Resilient Future: Strengthening climate adaptation and flood protection
The Plan integrates advanced digital technologies and smart urban infrastructure to improve energy efficiency and environmental performance.
Current stage of development of the town:
☐ Planning stage
☐ Construction stage
☒ Already existing
Start date of the project: 2021
Completion date of the project: 2030
Low Carbon Measures
Does your low carbon town or development plan have CO2 emission reduction target?:
☒ Yes
☐ No
Key low carbon measures employed or to be employed
Urban functions
☒ Compact city design
☒ Heat island phenomenon countermeasures
☐ Efficient road arrangement plan
☐ Well-developed public transportation
☐ Car Sharing
☒ Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
☐ Plan for highly efficient infrastructure
☐ Other
Industry sector
☐ Factory energy management system
☐ Other
Transport sector
☐ Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
☐ Light Rail Transit (LRT)
☒ Intra-city community bicycle
☒ Electric vehicle
☐ Electric busses
☒ LED street lighting
☐ Other
Residential sector
☐ Fuel cells
☒ Low or zero emission houses
☐ Eco-friendly home appliances
☒ PV panel
☐ Solar heated water supply facilities
☐ Heat-pump hot water supply with natural refrigerant
☒ Use of natural light
☐ Low emission glass
☐ Home Energy Management System (HEMS)
☐ Thermal storage air conditioning system
☐ Other
Commercial sector
☒ Low or zero emission building
☒ High insulation/highly airtight materials
☐ Sun shading system
☐ High performance facade
☐ Low emission glass
☐ Double skin facade
☐ Roof greening
☐ Highly efficient air conditioning facilities
☒ LED/Inverter lighting
☐ Use of natural light
☒ Building Energy Management System (BEMS)
☐ Thermal storage air conditioning system
☐ Other
Other demand side measures:
Renewable energy
☒ PV power generation
☐ Solar thermal utilization
☐ Biomass power generation
☐ Wind power generation
☐ Geo-thermal power generation
☐ Micro-hydroelectric power generation
☐ Others
Untapped energy
☐ Use of sea/river water
☐ Use of waste heat such as waste incineration plants
☐ Use of waste heat such as sewage treatment plants
☐ Use of waste heat from factories
☐ Others
Other supply side measures:
Demand and supply side measures
☒ Advanced metering systems
☒ Smart grid system
☐ Electric condenser system
☒ Area Energy Management System
☐ Others
Estimated cost savings in implementing low-carbon measures: Break down by Activity/Sector, potential source, estimated savings – e.g.:
Energy efficiency improvements, renewable energy adoption, and sustainable transport initiatives reduce energy consumption and operating costs while enhancing environmental sustainability and public health.
Estimated energy consumption before completion of the project:
Baseline energy consumption reflects conventional urban energy demand prior to Green Plan implementation.
Estimated energy consumption after completion of the project:
Energy consumption and emissions are expected to decline significantly through renewable energy expansion, green building adoption, and low-carbon transport development.
Project Management
What central/local government departments are/will be involved in development of the project?
• Central / Local Government Departments:
• Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment — policy coordination
• Ministry of National Development — urban planning and infrastructure
• Ministry of Transport — sustainable mobility implementation
• National Environment Agency and related agencies — program implementation and monitoring
What private company, non-governmental organizations are/will be involved in development of the project?
• Renewable energy developers and technology providers — implementation
• Construction and infrastructure companies — green building and transport projects
• Environmental organizations and community groups — public engagement and sustainability programs
How is/will be the development of the town funded?
Funding is supported through national government investment, public-private partnerships, green financing initiatives, and private sector participation in sustainable infrastructure development.
Other relevant information, if any:
Singapore serves as a global demonstration model for integrated low-carbon urban planning in high-density cities through smart technologies, strong governance, and long-term sustainability policies.