Proportion of local administrative units with established and operational policies and procedures for participation of local communities in water and sanitation management
As a city state, Singapore's government carries out both national and local functions. We have high levels of participation by local communities in the following areas:
(i) Urban drinking water
Singapore's National Water Agency, PUB has partnered with the private sector to Design, Build, Own, and Operate (DBOO) some of our desalination plants, which allows PUB to tap on their expertise and resources to deliver drinking water solutions. In addition, the public was consulted on any changes to be made for the Code of Practice on Water Services (SS 636:2018) which had to be approved by the Building and Construction Standards Committee comprising members in their individual capacity or as representatives of Professional Bodies, Trade Associations and public agencies.
(ii) Urban sanitation
PUB's Code of Practice on Sewerage and Sanitary Works was developed and amended with consideration of feedback and in consultation with Industry (e.g., Professional Bodies, Trade Associations, sewerage pipe/product manufacturers and other public agencies).
(iii) Water resources planning and management
PUB collects and addresses public feedback received on Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) conducted for water infrastructure projects in ecologically sensitive areas. Nature groups are also consulted as part of the EIA process.
Source : National Environment Agency, PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency
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