LAUNCH OF CLEAN & GREEN SINGAPORE 2011

Organised by the NEA and North East CDC, the CGS 2011 Carnival was held on 6 and 7 November 2010, focusing on instilling a sense of pride and ownership of the environment in the community, so as to encourage Singaporeans to do their part in sustaining a Clean and Green Singapore. 

The Carnival and the year-long CGS 2011 Campaign were launched by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on 6 November 2010 at the open field next to Sengkang Square. In his speech, PM called for the “Total Defence” concept to be applied to protecting the environment. Noting that the theme this year is Promoting Environmental Ownership, PM spoke on how individuals, organisations as well as the Government can do their part in caring for the environment, especially young Singaporeans. PM urged everyone to work together to build a beautiful Singapore that we can proudly call home. This can only be achieved through the collective efforts of the public, private and people sectors to safeguard, nurture and cherish our environment.

PM’s Opening Speech	Launch of Clean & Green Singapore 2011	CGS Award Winners

Mayor Teo Ser Luck also announced a $85,000 Green Fund for his North East CDC, which will be set up for individuals and organisations to tap on if they launch programmes promoting green causes. In addition, the following constituencies were presented the Best Constituency (Ownership) Award:-  

• Kolam-Ayer Constituency
• Aljunied-Hougang Constituency
• Woodlands Constituency
• Braddell Heights Constituency
• Hong Kah North Constituency

Also honoured where the North East District and South West District for the Best Community Commitment and Best Community Achievement respectively. The highlight of the Carnival was the Sustainable Singapore Blueprint (SSB) Exhibition, which highlighted the vision, goals and strategies for sustainable development. The exhibition was zoned into four segments - ‘Live’, ‘Commute’, ‘Play’ and ‘Community’ - to showcase the key initiatives and how everyone can live an environmentally friendly lifestyle.

Sustainable Singapore Blueprint	Fun-filled carnival for the whole family	Huge turn-out at the 2-day carnival

Other carnival highlights included the Community Green Bazaar, where visitors found unique and environmentally-friendly products, such as stylish clothes, bags and accessories made of recycled materials. The two-day Carnival attracted about 30,000 visitors. There are more CGS events in November and December.  Details can be found at the CGS website at http://www.cgs.sg/Calendarofevents.aspx.