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Strengthening Urban Resilience

Find out how we adapt to the effects of climate change while ensuring the city's liveability and resilience.

Last updated on 3 June 2026

As a small, low-lying tropical island, Singapore is vulnerable to the effects of climate change. The city is expected to experience higher temperatures, more intense rainfall and rising sea levels within this century. Our urban environment must adapt to these scenarios while ensuring its liveability. By optimising land use and unlocking new underground spaces — the city can boost its resilience and expand possibilities for the future.

Learn how Singapore is planning for:

A Cool City in a Warming World

Discover how Singapore is incorporating climate-sensitive urban design strategies and urban climate modelling to ensure the city remains liveable in the face of rising heat.

A Flood Resilient City & Coast

Find out how Singapore is enhancing our flood resilience while planning for an adaptable coastline that protects against rising sea levels.

An Underground of Possibilities

Read more about how Singapore explores underground spaces to optimise our limited land and build resilient urban infrastructure.