The presentation conducted by two members of WWF last Thursday has significantly widened my perspective and understanding about the environmental problems we are facing. What concerns me the most was the shortage of natural resources in the near future if people continue using them unwisely. From my knowledge, I understand that water sustainability has already been a problem in Singapore that leads to several other economic problems as well. There has been a great effort made by the government to invest on research and projects in order to conserve water for future usage (e.g. encouraging the use of water-saved taps, constructing the NEWATER plants). However, in my opinion, every one of us should play a role in conserving water. Apart from the simple ways that everybody knows such as to switch off the tap after use or to check for any leakages, there are others more creative and effective ways to conserve water as well. For examples, we should only wash full loads of clothes in a washing machine; take a 5 minute shower… Here are more suggestions of ways to conserve water.

http://www.on.ec.gc.ca/reseau/watertips_e.html

For me, making water conservation a habit is vital for to ensure water sustainability and also, stable economic growth in Singapore. Therefore, we should all make an effort to save water anytime, anywhere, hoping that one day, Singapore will not have to depend on other nations for clean water. 

Done by Do Phuong Anh - 12SH03