AsiaOne 21 Sep 12;
SINGAPORE - The Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources (MEWR) will be releasing a book on Singapore's transformation from a third world slum into a first world eco-city in conjunction with its 40th anniversary.
Titled "Forging a green tomorrow: Singapore's environmental journey from slum to eco-city", the publication includes colourful graphics and anecdotes from key figures who have worked with the agency.
The commemorative book will also highlight key infrastructure developments and achievements such as Singapore's first incineration plant at Ulu Pandan and various other initiatives into modern sanitation.
Readers will also have the chance to be in the know about the Ministry's future aspirations in terms of environmental and water sustainability for Singapore, and their plans to realise these objectives.
Mr Melvin Koh, Acting Director of 3P Network at MEWR, said, "The book showcases the tireless efforts of many people over the past 40 years in the area of environment management, and how going forward, a close partnership with the community is necessary."
Mr Koh, who headed the production of this publication, also said that the book allows readers, especially the youth, to have better understanding of the local environment and motivate them to take ownership and play a greater role in protecting it.
The book will be available in schools and public libraries, and a PDF version will be ready for download on MEWR's website after its official launch at the Singapore Environment and Water Awards Ceremony on Sept 28.
