“There is too much making and not enough designing” – Ezio Manzini.
Singapore has shown how efficient designing can lead to a better sustainable future. As part of the esteemed Confedration Of Indian Industries Delegation, Quocent’s visit to Marina Barrage was nothing short of inspiring. This engineering marvel is more than just a dam—it’s a testament to #Singapore’s commitment to #sustainability, #resilience, and innovative water management.
With its Sustainable Singapore Blueprint, Singapore has set a global standard by effectively integrating technology and policy to address critical challenges. Marina Barrage, for instance, serves three critical purposes:
1️⃣ Water Supply: It forms a freshwater reservoir, securing clean water for the people.
2️⃣ Flood Control: It acts as a defence against high tides and flash floods.
3️⃣ Recreation: The surrounding greenery fosters community engagement.
But what truly makes this site remarkable is how Singapore’s Sustainable Blueprint integrates advanced technology to optimise water harvesting, treatment, and reuse. Sensors monitor water quality in real-time, while smart systems manage flows seamlessly.
The lessons we’ve gained here resonate far beyond Singapore. India, with its immense potential and diverse challenges, can adopt similar strategies—leveraging technology for sustainable water supply, storage, and reuse, creating an ecosystem that aligns with its growth aspirations. For India, this represents a roadmap to transform water sustainability—to address challenges like urban flooding, wastage, and scarcity. Imagine the possibilities of leveraging AI-powered resource management, IoT-driven monitoring, and innovative reuse systems in a country as vast and dynamic as ours!
This visit reaffirmed our commitment to aligning technology with sustainability, ensuring not just progress but resilience for future generations. Let’s build a tomorrow where resources are preserved, communities thrive, and nations grow sustainably. 🌍
Confederation of Indian Industry | CII Digital | Government of India (GoI) | Government of Odisha | Centre for Digital Transformation | CII International
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