Introduction

Another issue apart from pollution is energy conservation. As our energy resources are depleting, it is important for us to conserve energy. In Singapore where there are no fossil fuels, energy conservation is even more of an issue to us.

Explanation

In April 2013, the Energy Conservation Act (ECA) took effect in Singapore. The Energy Conservation Act aims to provide an impetus to large industrial consumers to increase their energy efficiency and reduce the impact of their greenhouse gas emissions. Large energy consuming companies are also required to adopt energy management practices so that the government can look into their problems.

References

Mandatory Energy Management Practices. (n.d.). Retrieved on March 27, from http://www.nea.gov.sg/energy-waste/energy-efficiency/industry-sector/mandatory-energy-management-practices

Ghadialy, S. (2014). Retrieved on March 27, from http://www.greenbusiness.sg/2014/03/27/singapores-energy-conservation-act-what-it-means-for-companies/

Introduction 

The oil industry in Singapore accounts for 5% of the gross domestic product (GDP).  Singapore is also one of the world’s top three export refining centres, accounting for 68.1 million tonnes of oil exports in 2007. Thus, it is important for us to look at the costs of these oil industries in the environmental aspect.

Explanation

The oil refinery industry is one of the main sources of air pollution in Singapore, releasing SO2, NOX and PM2.5. According to NEA, refineries account for 71% of SO2 emissions. Singapore has set a limit to the level of emissions from these oil companies. The various government agencies are also working with these oil companies to improve the refinery processes and decrease SO2 emissions.

References

ENERGY INDUSTRY IN SINGAPORE. (n.d.). Retrieved on 27 March, from https://www.edb.gov.sg/content/edb/en/industries/industries/energy.html

Air Quality and Targets. (n.d.). Retrieved on 27 March, from http://www.nea.gov.sg/anti-pollution-radiation-protection/air-pollution-control/air-quality-and-targets

Our energy supply comes mainly from fossil fuels, with nuclear power and renewable sources rounding out the mix. These sources originate mostly in our local star, the Sun.

This unit studies how the chemical industry applies key principles of physical chemistry in order to turn research ideas into profitable products without harming the environment.

An increasing share of future energy needs will be met by technologies now in the research or development phase.

Public and private research into technologies that could improve—or even completely change—our energy situation has been active for years. This tells unit explains how energy affects our quality of life in now and in the future.

References:

1. Emerging technologies. (n.d.). Retrieved March 18, 2015, from http://needtoknow.nas.edu/energy/energy-sources/emerging-technologies/
2. De Palma, B. (n.d.). Free Energy Implications. Retrieved March 18, 2015, from http://depalma.pair.com/Absurdity/Absurdity04/FreeEnergyImplications.html
3. Society Quotes. (n.d.). Retrieved March 18, 2015, from http://meetville.com/quotes/tag/society/page60

Introduction :
Chemistry and energy has become increasingly important and relevant in our daily life. Its uses and applications have established a strong implication and relationship with our society. Its presence in life is distinctive and huge.

Explanation :
In chemistry, Chemical energy is the potential of a chemical substance to undergo a transformation through a chemical reaction or, to transform other chemical substances.
The products of chemistry save energy by improving energy efficiency in our homes, offices and factories and by making cars and packaging more lightweight.
Chemistry innovations also enable the sustainable technologies that are revolutionizing the way we generate and store energy—solar cells, wind turbines, rechargeable batteries and more.

References:
Chemical energy. (2015, February 6). Retrieved February 17, 2015, from http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemical_energy
Energy. (n.d.). Retrieved February 17, 2015, from http://www.americanchemistry.com/Innovation/Energy