New rulebook on how landowners can defend coast from rising seas launched, to be mandatory from 2028
Singapore's national water agency has introduced a new code of practice requiring coastal landowners to implement defenses against rising sea levels. Compliance will become mandatory by 2028, with requirements varying based on the remaining lease duration.
Why it matters
This represents a proactive regulatory approach to climate change adaptation, forcing private property owners to account for long-term environmental risks.
Coastal landowners with more than 30 years left on their lease must plan their defences against a projected rise in sea level by 2.15m.
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