DPM Heng Swee Keat and South West District Mayor Low Yen Ling planting a tree at NUS' UTown on Nov 3, during an event commemorating Clean and Green Singapore Day.
“Through this programme, we hope to attract more talented mid-careerists to the environmental services sector with growth opportunities to build meaningful careers and do impactful work,” said Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat, who announced the initiative as part of an event commemorating Clean and Green Singapore Day on Nov 3.
Mr Azmi, who has worked in this field for more than 20 years, said: “I hope that more people see the value of this industry and how it has an important role in shaping society as a whole.” Also among the participants at the tree-planting ceremony were Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu, National Development Minister Desmond Lee, South West District Mayor Low Yen Ling, and representatives from participating agencies.
CleanPods are intended to make it easier for the public to organise clean-up activities. There are now 21 CleanPods located at various parks, beaches and housing estates. More details on how to access the CleanPods are available onSingapore, a clean city? Time to come clean about that shiny image They will be conducted by trained facilitators, including NParks staff and volunteers, with each session lasting between one and 1½ hours. Registrations open from early December.