Research program

Local institutions are also actively involved in the sustainable water research program. For example, NTU launched their Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) in 2008. Research institute like this ensures that Singapore is at the forefront of environmental and water technologies.

Institutions like NEWRI may serve 3 functions.

Education – Students and researchers can learn ways to conserve the environment and our water resources.

Research – With the latest R&D equipment and grants awarded, institutes like NRWRI provides researchers with an ideal workplace for green innovations.

Applications– Bridging research and industry; development of industry-relevant applications that will benefit our community.

For more information about NEWRI: http://newri.ntu.edu.sg/Pages/default.aspx