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Hyperloop One has successfully completed its first full systems Hyperloop test in a vacuum environment. This test was Phase 1 of a multi-Phase programme and was privately conducted in May 2017 at the company's test track, ‘DevLoop,’ in the Nevada Desert, USA. The vehicle coasted above the first portion of the track for 5.3 seconds using magnetic levitation and reached nearly 2Gs of acceleration, while achieving the Phase 1 target speed of 70 mph. The company said it is now entering the next campaign of testing, which will target speeds of 250 mph.

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Hyperloop One is reinventing transportation by developing the world’s first Hyperloop - an integrated structure to move passengers and cargo between two points immediately, safely, efficiently and sustainably. Headquartered in Los Angeles, USA, the company has gathered the world's leading experts in engineering, technology and transport project delivery, working in tandem with global partners and investors to make Hyperloop a reality.

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“Hyperloop One has accomplished what no one has done before by successfully testing the first full scale Hyperloop system. By achieving full vacuum, we essentially invented our own sky in a tube, as if you're flying at 200,000 ft in the air,” said Shervin Pishevar, co-founder and executive chairman of Hyperloop One. “For the first time in over 100 years, a new mode of transportation has been introduced. Hyperloop is real, and it’s here now.”

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In this historic moment, Hyperloop One tested all the system’s components, including its highly efficient motor, vehicle suspension, magnetic levitation, electromagnetic braking, vacuum pumping system and more, proving the full system’s components operate successfully as a single integrated unit in a vacuum. The company said that nearly 200 engineers, fabricators, welders, etc. were involved to make this test successful.

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In addition, Hyperloop One has unveiled the prototype of its Pod that will work within the integrated system. Using electromagnetic propulsion and magnetic levitation, the Pod will transport passengers and cargo inside the tube.

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Hyperloop One’s Pod is the only vehicle in the world that, with the company's proprietary linear electric motor, achieves autonomous high-speed propulsion and levitation in a controlled low-pressure environment. Made of structural aluminium and a lightweight carbon fibre, the shell measures 28 ft long.

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According to Hyperloop One, it will continue to run tests at DevLoop in the coming months to validate its next-generation components and software. The next phase of testing will showcase the Pod gliding along a longer track at faster speeds.

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“Our team is the only team that is actually making Hyperloop happen, and we’ve spent more time testing a Hyperloop system than anyone in the world,” said Josh Giegel, co-founder and president of engineering of Hyperloop One. “To make Hyperloop a reality, we built and tested the actual hardware, gathering valuable insight along the way. Now that we've tested our Hyperloop system, we know it works, and we’re ready to deploy it to the rest of the world.”

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“Hyperloop One will move people and things faster than at any other time in the world,” continued Mr Pishevar. “With Hyperloop One, the world will be cleaner, safer and faster. It’s going to make the world a lot more efficient and will impact the ways our cities work, where we live and where we work. We’ll be able to move between cities as if cities themselves are metro stops.”

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To view the historical test, click here.

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A highlight of the recent GII Summit 2017 in Singapore was the presentation by Liew Mun Leong, chairman of Surbana Jurong and Changi Airport Group, on the importance of Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

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A highlight of the recent GII Summit 2017 in Singapore was the presentation by Liew Mun Leong, chairman of Surbana Jurong and Changi Airport Group, on the importance of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

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As the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is unlikely to come into force, “we are now left with only one stimulus to serve as the engine of global economic growth, that is BRI,” said Mr Liew. “The initiative represents a global economic plan to create regional connectivity through infrastructure and promote world trade and economic growth.”

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BRI is arguably the most ambitious plan of the century - in terms of its size, economy and geographical spread - which aims to connect 65 countries covering about 65 percent of the world’s population and one third of global GDP, explained Mr Liew. “The scale of BRI is likened to the US Marshall Plan, except it is 12 times larger.”

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Although some have doubts whether China can deliver the plan, Mr Liew said that China’s significant improvements throughout 35 years are a testament to the country’s ability, and is currently the world’s second largest economy.

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“Over the past decades, China has convincingly demonstrated its capability to deliver large-scale projects successfully, such as the Shanghai Pudong District, Three Gorges Dam, Beijing-Shanghai High Speed Railway, HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and Beijing Capital Airport, to name a few.

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“I have seen too many of China’s dreams and works and how they have become a reality in an incredibly short time, and therefore learned not to underestimate China.”

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Mr Liew continued, “It may be that BRI will increase China’s dominance and influence. Any country that invests or trades heavily with another country is bound to have some degree of political or even cultural impact on the host country. It’s inevitable. Think of McDonald.

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“Whether it is positive or negative it is subjective and different countries will have different geopolitical observations.”

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Mr Liew believes that the potential benefits (direct or indirect) for other BRI host countries “will likely outweigh any concern of China’s global dominance.

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“The implementation of BRI itself has the potential to create growth, demand and jobs and therefore helps to dampen protectionist sentiments. For developing countries, growth is even more crucial.”

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Mr Liew further stressed that, from an economic point of view, BRI will bring benefits to all parties – including China, developing countries as well as developed countries. “Big players in the construction industry will have huge opportunities in BRI projects.

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“So in my view, non-participation or non-engagement in BRI is not an option. Having a plan or vision is better than having no plan.”

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About GII Summit\r\n

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The fourth Global Infrastructure Initiative (GII) Summit took place from 24 to 26 May 2017 at the Capella Singapore, marking the first time the event was held in Asia since it started in 2012. Previous summits include Istanbul, Turkey in 2012; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2014; and San Francisco, USA in 2015.

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Organised by McKinsey & Company, the GII Summit is an invite-only event for CEO- and Ministerial-level leaders to explore new solutions for global infrastructure, inspired by innovative approaches globally. This year, participants reportedly came from over 35 countries, representing 15 of the G20 countries. Collectively, the participating countries are said to represent US$63 trillion in GDP – about 85 percent of global GDP.

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Aurecon has released a white paper called ‘Buildings of the Future: science fiction or science fact?’, which discusses what Buildings of the Future might look like and how they might be created.

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Global engineering firm Aurecon has released a white paper called ‘Buildings of the Future: science fiction or science fact?’, which shares thoughts around what’s driving demand, challenges inherent in reaching Intelligent Building status and what some of the next steps in this journey might be.

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According to Aurecon, the paper was inspired by interviews with 60 built environment professionals across the globe. They were asked to imagine what Buildings of the Future might look like and how they might be created.

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“The major drivers identified in the paper have the potential to reshape the built environment industry in the next 30 years,” said Peter Greaves, Aurecon’s leader of Buildings of the Future.

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Aurecon explained that as the world is changing at an exponential rate and science fiction is fast becoming science fact, we are moving towards an increasingly digital, interconnected society and with it comes the realisation that everything we know will change. However, the built environment has been slower than other industries to react to this change, said the company. The reality is that operational construction functions, activities and experiences, as well as expectations around performance, are evolving and so too must the built environment, it stressed.

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Based on the paper, one of the biggest disruptors to the design engineering industry is that of new 3D printing technology, and the impact it will have on the built environment.

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“The 3D printer is significantly disrupting the traditional design role held by the structural engineer but, at the same time, presents exciting new opportunities in how building designers will create, relocate and shape Buildings of the Future,” said Mr Greaves.

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Aurecon’s white paper shows that a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to Buildings of the Future is becoming less and less palatable. The use of new, flexible construction materials, including composite materials, additive manufacturing concrete, solar polymers and carbon fibre balsa, is fuelling new design approaches.

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“These options are unlocking the architectural limitations of size, weight and shape that the building and construction industry works within today,” claimed Mr Greaves. “To bring this to life, the thought processes, measurements and methods commonly used in our industry will also have to evolve.”

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Another opportunity highlighted by the paper is further innovation in the building management field by developing shared services in facilities management within a precinct.

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“Aurecon believes that the first real innovators in the facilities management space are likely to be those who explore the idea of shared building maintenance hubs,” said Mr Greaves. “Such hubs would be designed to provide facilities for all local buildings to centrally monitor electricity, water, energy storage common areas and integrate other aspects of maintenance and management of operational efficiencies.”

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The Western Sydney Airport and indeed Greater Sydney’s development could become a prime example of an opportunity to implement this, said Aurecon. With the 2017-2018 Australian Federal Budget reaffirming the Government’s commitment to several large infrastructure projects in the area, including high-speed rail to Western Sydney, as well as funding A$23.5 million over four years for a large City Deals programme likely to support integrated infrastructure development – a ‘whole of precinct’ approach to the management of facilities and wider infrastructure assets is key, explained the company.

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“If we’re going to help design Buildings of the Future, we have to be able to envision them,” commented James Bennett, Aurecon’s managing director for Built Environment. “Aurecon wants to be a forerunner in helping our clients identify the opportunities this presents and facilitating these changes.”

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“Those who shape Buildings of the Future will be those who, firstly, realise that our world is changing and have the boldness to not only let go of, but question, the status quo so that working with government and economic leaders, we might reimagine our physical spaces and infrastructure. Engineers need to lead such conversations,” asserted Mr Bennett.

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Mr Greaves believes that navigating these drivers will require far more than infrastructure design. “We’re seeing a heightened demand for technical solutions that drive optimal commercial as well as socio-economic outcomes for clients and communities alike. Aurecon’s strength lies in engineering-led design and a deep drive to bring global best practice and innovation to their clients.”

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To read the full report, download here.

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Speaking at the GII Summit 2017 in Singapore, Ma Yihe, chairman and founder of Shanghai-based Winsun 3D Printing, explained why 3D printing technology has the potential to revolutionise the traditional construction method.

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Winsun is considered a pioneer in construction 3D printing. Among the company’s projects were a 3D-printed low-rise 1,100 sq m building in China as well as a five-storey tall building – the latter is believed to be the tallest 3D-printed structure in the world. The total installation time for the five-storey building was just 15 days, said Mr Ma.

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He acknowledged that 3D printing technology is still in its initial stages and can be difficult to apply for projects located in remote areas since the printing of the components has to be carried out off-site.

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However, there are a lot of long-term benefits gained from the technology compared to the traditional construction method, highlighted Mr Ma. It can shorten the construction duration by 50 to 70 percent, save manpower by 50 to 80 percent, save construction materials by 30 to 60 percent, and save the overall construction cost by at least 50 percent, he said. Furthermore, it reduces dust and noise levels.

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In addition, 3D printing technology allows the creation of complex facades and designs that are not possible done with the traditional method, added Mr Ma. Plus, it also produces high quality results. For example, a 3D-printed wall can withstand up to 28 t of pressure, he said.

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Mr Ma showcased another example of a successful 3D-printed project, the world’s first 3D-printed office in Dubai. He mentioned that all the building components, including furniture were constructed by a large 3D construction printer layer by layer and the printed components were then assembled in Dubai within a couple of weeks.

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Mr Ma further advised that in order to drive the adoption of 3D printing technology, the industry should: work with governments and statutory bodies to modernise regulatory framework; convince architects and engineers to use 3D printing technology for more than just architectural applications; work with contractors to break skepticism and encourage pilots and test beds; focus R&D investment on portable printers to enable printing on-site and access projects away from robust road links; and fight desertification by using sand in 3D printing construction.

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To see more detailed information on Winsun’s projects and its construction 3D printing process, click here.

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About GII Summit\r\n

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‘BRI to serve as engine of global economic growth\r\n

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’Imagining ‘Buildings of the Future’\r\n

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This year, Bentley Systems will hold its Year in Infrastructure Conference from 10 to 12 October 2017 in Asia for the first time, at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre (Marina Bay Sands), Singapore.

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Bentley Systems, a leading global provider of comprehensive software solutions for advancing infrastructure, will hold its next Year in Infrastructure Conference in Asia for the first time. The event will take place from 10 to 12 October 2017 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre (Marina Bay Sands), Singapore.

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“I have long admired Singapore for its innovative use of technology in the delivery and operation of infrastructure, and now it is leading the world with its BIM advancements,” said Greg Bentley, CEO of Bentley Systems.

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“In 2015, Singapore was designated the most ‘Tech-Ready Nation’ by The World Economic Forum’s Global Information Technology Report. Adding to Marina Bay Sands’ unrivaled conferencing facilities and luxurious accommodations is its spectacular structural design and engineering. We are proud to note that this extraordinary building was structurally engineered using Bentley Systems software.”

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The structural design of the Marina Bay Sands was done by Arup and was the 2010 Be Inspired Award winner for Innovation in Structural Engineering.

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The Year in Infrastructure Conference is a global gathering of leading executives in the world of infrastructure design, construction and operations. It features a series of presentations and interactive workshops that explore the intersection of technology and business drivers and how they are shaping the future of infrastructure delivery and asset performance.

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The conference is a great opportunity to learn about best practices in advancing collaboration and technological innovation among the engineering, architectural, construction and operations disciplines, and benefit from networking opportunities with industry peers and thought leaders from around the world.

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The \r\nBe Inspired Awards programme is the highlight of the event and will celebrate nominees in 17 BIM Advancement categories, recognising the juries and projects at the annual Be Inspired Awards ceremony that closes the event.

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Bentley Systems has contributed to the advancement of infrastructure in Southeast Asia over the years through many projects. Most recently, the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) used Bentley software to create and maintain a high-resolution 3D model of the entire country as part of its Smart Nation initiative.

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The Year in Infrastructure 2017 Conference will include a new Alliance Partner Pavilion, featuring live application and technology presentations from Microsoft, Siemens, Topcon and Bureau Veritas. Attendees can meet with Bentley’s Alliance Partners to learn how we provide advanced solutions – whether it is leveraging reality modelling to converge engineering and inspection, connecting workflows for constructioneering, offering a best-in-class cloud strategy that encompasses private and public clouds and on-premises deployments, or enabling the digital enterprise by supporting open access to the IoT.

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More information on the conference, or to register, click here.\r\n\r\n
More information on the Be Inspired Awards programme, or to nominate a project, click here.
Video of the event, click here.\r\n\r\n\r\n

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World of Concrete Asia is preparing for its first edition from 4 to 6 December 2017 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, China, covering over 50,000 sq m of exhibition space.

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The first World of Concrete Asia (WOCA) is set to be held from 4 to 6 December 2017 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, China. The show is organised by Shanghai Yingye Exhibitions Co Ltd, a joint venture of Informa Exhibitions and Shanghai Zhanye Exhibition Co Ltd.

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The exhibition space for WOCA is expected to be over 50,000 sq m and as of mid June, about 70 percent of the stands has been booked, said the organiser. The show will present various new technologies and new products covering concrete production, construction application and maintenance. Educational programmes will be announced shortly.

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According to the organiser, WOCA will be the first exhibition of its kind to showcase the entire picture of concrete and construction industries in China and Asia, and help companies to explore the future developments with industry insiders.

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Promoting advanced technologies and applications, connecting upstream and downstream of industry chains and providing green and diverse solutions for the local commercial construction industry are the missions of the first World of Concrete Asia.

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The show has already received great support from leading industry associations including China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Building Materials Sub-council, China Flooring Association, China Construction Material Rental Contractor Association, Institute of Technology for Building Material Information of China, China Bulk Cement Association of Popularisation & Development Pre-Mixed Mortar Specialty Commission, and Concrete Admixture Branch of China Building Materials Federation Building Materials Academy, among others.

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Because concrete and cement companies are more and more getting involved with aggregate businesses, WOCA has reached strategic cooperation with China Sandstone Aggregate Network to promote a specific area for aggregate exhibitors. This will provide more opportunities for the integration of concrete industry and aggregate industry.

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Hua Li, CEO of China Aggregates Net said that the promotion of an aggregate area in WOCA 2017 will provide a more convenient and effective platform for information exchange and resource integration among building material and concrete construction companies. In addition, it will offer more opportunities for local aggregate companies.

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For more information: www.wocasia.com\r\n\r\n

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CDL and SEAS have jointly opened the Singapore Sustainability Academy - a major 3P ground-up initiative in support of global and national goals to tackle climate change.

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City Developments Limited (CDL) and the Sustainability Energy Association of Singapore (SEAS) have jointly opened the Singapore Sustainability Academy (SSA). The facility is said to be the first major People, Public and Private (3P) ground-up initiative in support of global and national goals to tackle climate change.

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The SSA aims to promote a low-carbon economy, resource efficiency, and sustainable practices among businesses and the community, in particular, youths. It will focus on advocacy, building capacity and collaboration, education and training, information and resource sharing as well as user engagement.

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In line with its mission to promote sustainability among the industry and community, the SSA is believed to be the first in Singapore to have its construction materials, Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) and Glued Laminated Timber (Glulam) verified by the Nature’s Barcode system as coming from responsible sources. This entails scientific tests like DNA analysis to minimise the risk that the wood comes from illegal logging.

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CLT is a sustainable material harvested from sustainably-managed forests and fabricated by binding layers of timber perpendicular to each other with structural adhesive whereas Glulam’s layers of timber are cut in the same grain and then joined together. They are light yet structurally robust making them a lightweight alternative to steel or concrete.

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Both CLT and Glulam are game-changing technologies that support the concept of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) to significantly boost productivity. For the SSA, the use of CLT and Glulam increased productivity by more than 30 percent and saved around 130 man-days, said CDL. Prefabricating the timber components off-site improves efficiency in assembly and also keeps on-site pollution to a minimum, resulting in a cleaner and safer worksite, added the company.

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In addition, the zero-energy building features solar technology with about 3,200 sq ft of photovoltaic panels extensively covering the 4,300 sq ft SSA, which comprises classrooms, a veranda, an office and an exhibition gallery. It also features a real-time tracker of energy generation and consumption.

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The made-in-Singapore solar panels are expected to generate an annual energy yield of over 60,000 kWh. This is more than the SSA’s estimated annual energy consumption of about 50,000 kWh, according to CDL. The company said there will also be an automation control and energy monitoring system that adapts lighting and air-conditioning to situations, providing maximum energy savings while maintaining full comfort.

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Globally, sustainability integration has gained strong momentum with the Paris Agreement and alignment of corporate agendas to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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In Singapore, the Government is leading the way with the Sustainable Singapore Blueprint; Climate Action Plan and the Green Building Masterplan, which aims to green 80 percent of all buildings by 2030; pledge to reduce Greenhouse Gases emissions intensity by 36 percent by 2030; and the newly-launched Public Sector Sustainability Plan 2017-2020 which outlines the public sector’s plans to improve resource conservation.

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The SSA is supported by six government agencies — Building and Construction Authority (BCA), Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources (MEWR), National Climate Change Secretariat (NCCS), National Environment Agency (NEA), National Parks Board (NParks), and Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) — and 15 founding industry partners. It will be governed by an advisory board, chaired by Professor Tommy Koh, and a programme committee that will provide strategic direction and implement programmes to its mission.

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The SSA will be a platform for the Women4Green initiative by CDL, the first Singapore network for women in sustainability. Women4Green brings together women executives in green industries who contribute to climate action, sustainable business and social change. It will harness the collective knowledge and expertise of these female leaders to empower other women to incite meaningful change in areas such as green building, technology, energy, financing, consultancy and non-governmental organisations.

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To raise awareness of climate issues and build a larger community for change, the SSA will also partner Eco-Business, a leading media company on sustainable development, to set up a Sustainability Studio. The studio will produce films on sustainability for various digital platforms.

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“CDL firmly believes that sustainability creates immense value for businesses, stakeholders, the community and the environment. Sustainability is strategically integrated into CDL’s business and operations from developing green buildings and managing them in an energy-efficient and resource-efficient manner, to engaging and influencing stakeholders on sustainable development. The SSA and Women4Green initiatives will further advance CDL’s stakeholder engagement to achieve a greater impact in building a sustainable future,” explained Sherman Kwek, deputy CEO of CDL.

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Edwin Khew, chairman of SEAS added, “SEAS as the voice of the sustainable energy industry in Singapore has been promoting sustainable technologies, project development as well as financing of clean energy projects locally and regionally. Our partnership with CDL for the SSA will provide a platform for not just the industry but also the youth and community to learn and collaborate on sustainable development, mitigation of carbon dioxide emissions and to fight and adapt to climate change and its effects.”

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Click on the link to see the construction process: https://vimeo.com/219984225/8983ce1085\r\n\r\n

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Work on the new Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant in Singapore has recently begun. Scheduled to be completed in 2020, it will be a large-scale dual-mode desalination plant that can treat both seawater and freshwater - the first of its kind in the country.

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Keppel Infrastructure and PUB, Singapore’s national water agency, have unveiled the innovative design of the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant, Singapore’s fourth desalination plant.

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The first of its kind in Singapore, the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant will be a large-scale dual-mode desalination plant in Singapore that can treat both seawater and freshwater. Depending on wet or dry weather conditions, water is channelled either from the Marina Reservoir or the sea to the plant, where it will be treated.

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The plant also achieves multiple uses of land, with underground treatment facilities and 20,000 sq m of open green space on the rooftop for community recreation.

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Slated for completion by 2020, the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant will feature a sleek modern design that breaks away from that of conventional water treatment plants. Against the backdrop of Singapore’s CBD skyline, the plant is set along the Eastern Coastal Park Connector Network that bridges East Coast Park and Gardens by the Bay East. All of the plant’s water treatment equipment will be located underground, topped off by a gently sloping green lawn as its roof.

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The desalination plant will also incorporate environment-friendly features such as rainwater harvesting. Rainwater collected will be used to irrigate the green roof and support the facility’s water features and landscaping needs.

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“Over the years, we have been making investments in desalination plants to bolster our water security. As a source independent of weather, desalinated water is capable of strengthening our water supply resilience, especially against prolonged dry spells and droughts. We aim to triple its capacity to meet up to 30 percent of our water needs by 2060,” said Ng Joo Hee, chief executive of PUB.

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Desalinated water is a key pillar of Singapore’s water supply, in addition to water from local catchments, imported water and NEWater (ultra-clean, high-grade reclaimed water). There are currently two desalination plants with a total capacity of 100 mgd, and another three plants in the pipeline. The Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant is one of them.

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Keppel Infrastructure, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Marina East Water Pte Ltd, signed the 25-year Water Purchase Agreement with PUB for the Keppel Marina East Desalination Plant on 20 January 2017. The plant will be constructed under the Design, Build, Own and Operate (DBOO) model and will produce 137,000 cu m (about 30 million gallons) of fresh drinking water per day.

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