In 2019, about 7.23 million tonnes of solid waste was generated, 6 per cent lower than 2018. This is the third yearly reduction in waste generation since 2017. About 75 per cent of the solid waste generated came from the non-domestic sector, with the remaining from the domestic sector. Both sectors saw a reduction in waste generation from 2018 to 2019. These reductions result from Singapore’s waste mgmt strategy, which prioritises upstream reduction, followed by reuse and recycle. NEA has been publishing annual solid waste statistics on its website, showing the breakdown of the waste generated, waste disposed of, waste recycled and recycling rate by different waste streams. We agree that it is important for residents to see the connection between their efforts and the overall outcomes. We also recognise the need to strengthen our local recycling capabilities, to improve our recycling rate and enhance our resilience in waste mgmt, and to educate the public on these plans. With this in mind, NEA recently announced potential plans to build a plastic recycling facility, and work with industry partners to explore mechanical recycling and chemical recycling for plastics.... Continue Reading