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How do we escape the air-conditioning trap?
Expecting people to give up air-conditioning is unrealistic, which means we must find ways to ensure that cooling our spaces does not warm the planet further, says Prof Khoo Teng Chye.
Prof Khoo is a Practice Professor with the College of Design and Engineering and Senior Advisor of NUS Cities.
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RESEARCH: Creating Sustainable Impact
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Asst Prof Tedrick Lew harnesses precision nanotechnology to protect and strengthen plantsHis team’s latest breakthrough is a core–shell “microneedle patch” that releases its cargo only after entering plant tissue, opening a practical route for targeted delivery in both terrestrial and aquatic plants. Read More ›
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NUS ArCLab to pilot Singapore’s first net-zero retrofit for a historic buildingThis project will demonstrate how evidence-based restoration can improve occupant comfort, sustainability and long-term building performance while retaining the building’s heritage values. Read More ›
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NUS scientists unveil a faster way to “train” bacteria for complex tasks, like munching plasticsTheir approach uses a reprogrammed virus that evolves 160,000 times faster than the host, effectively training bacteria to consume a common plastic ingredient. After five cycles, plastic degradation improved by over 50%. Read More ›
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INNOVATION: Sparking Sustainable Enterprise
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A carbon capture system that fits anywhere, even on a shipThe modular, retrofittable carbon capture system developed by AeroFlux is anchored in patented membrane technology and is designed for ships and other space-constrained, heavy-emitting industries. Read More ›
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Brambe Sustainable Design Studio: Turning Waste into WonderNUS alumni Mr Bernie Ang and Ms Amanda Tay are transforming discarded materials into beautiful design pieces through their studio, Brambe. Read More ›
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EDUCATION: Developing Talent in Sustainability
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Bridging communities through service learningOffered by Ridge View Residential College, RVN2000 Engaging Communities in Sustainability is an interdisciplinary course that explores the economic, environmental, and social dimensions of sustainability. Learn More › |
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ENGAGEMENT: Fostering a Culture of Sustainability
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Buying green: NUS launches ProcureGreen 2026Organised by NUS’ Central Procurement Office, the milestone event focused on sustainability through procurement brought together all six autonomous universities, the Ministry of Education, procurement professionals and industry experts. Learn More › |
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The NUS Sustainability Feature is published quarterly by the Sustainability and Resilience Unit to showcase key environmental sustainability highlights across all aspects of campus life, from research, to innovation, education, campus operations, engagement and thought leadership.
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