Impact of Proposed Western Island Merger on Semakau Landfill Capacity, Operations and Long-term Waste Management Planning

Mr Dennis Tan Lip Fong asked the Minister for Sustainability and the Environment regarding the proposed merger of the western islands (a) how will Semakau Landfill operations be affected; (b) whether its projected lifespan to 2035 and beyond remains unchanged; and (c) whether a site for a successor landfill has been identified.

Ms Cassandra Lee asked the Minister for Sustainability and the Environment given the projection that Semakau Landfill will reach full capacity around 2035 (a) how will this factor into the Government's planning for the proposed western island; and (b) whether the proposed reclamation will depend on or be affected by decisions on the future use or closure of the landfill.

Ms Grace Fu Hai Yien: The National Environment Agency will work with the relevant agencies on the future plans for Semakau Landfill. It will continue to pursue measures to extend the lifespan of Semakau Landfill through waste reduction, recycling and the reuse of waste residues.