Singapore a perfect testbed for green transport solutions
Sustainable mobility forms part of Singapore's focus on nurturing a biophilic culture as it aims to become a City in a Garden.
AFTER years of wrangling, the Paris Agreement On Climate Change took effect last Nov 4.
A key element of the convention is "sustainable mobility" - no surprise given the environmental impact of transportation, which produces around 23 per cent of all energy-related carbon dioxide emissions.
Singapore is uniquely positioned to act as a testbed for green transport solutions. It is able to readily create a comprehensive public transport system of rail and bus services, while piloting electric car-sharing services and driverless cars.
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