SINGAPORE, May 20 (Xinhua) -- Singapore has formed an Alliance for Action to enhance its flood resilience, with a key objective of developing a guidebook on flood-resilient developments for property owners, developers, and industry professionals.
The guidebook, slated for release by mid-2026, will provide guidelines to help building owners and developers strengthen the flood resilience of their properties, along with a toolkit of recommended measures for landowners and case studies showcasing real-world applications, Singapore's national water agency Public Utilities Board said in a statement on Tuesday.
The alliance will reference international practices from countries such as the United States, the Netherlands, and Japan, and tailor the recommendations to Singapore's context.
Comprising members from diverse backgrounds, including architects, engineers, and developers, the alliance will not only produce the guidebook but also offer advice on site-specific flood resilience strategies and promote the adoption of flood-resilient designs in future developments.
Singapore is a low-lying island state, with about 30 percent of its land lying less than 5 meters above mean sea level, making it vulnerable to flooding risks caused by rising sea levels, Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and the Environment Koh Poh Koon said at the alliance launch on Monday. He added that these risks are further intensified by storm surges and high tides. ■
