Seeking Liveability Through the Singapore Model

Abstract

Rapid urbanisation coupled with the increasing impacts from climate change adds numerous challenges to cities and countries. This renders difficulties for devising urban governance models that are resilient, safe and inclusive while preserving what is left of the environment. The issue of regenerating green spaces, while mitigating climate change, with an aim to increase sustainability has been the subject of numerous research studies, but there has been no country that has managed to achieve high levels of commitment and success than that of Singapore. This chapter reviews the approach of Singapore and shares insights on the techniques and key projects that have contributed to the uplifting of its liveability levels.

Citation

Allam, Z. (2020), "Seeking Liveability Through the Singapore Model", Urban Governance and Smart City Planning, Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 45-76. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83982-104-220201004