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Enhancing Public Education of Water Resource Conservation Through Urban Landscape: A Case Study of Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park in Singapore

Xiangyi WangThe University of Hong Kong* Huanyang LiThe University of Hong Kong

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

This paper delves into the revitalization of Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park (BAP) along the Kallang River in Singapore, which has evolved from a polluted canal to a resilient, recreational, and educational landscape. The study is set within the broader context of the "Active, Beautiful, and Clean (ABC) Waters Initiative" initiated by the Public Utilities Board in 2006, emphasizing the convergence of spatial design, governmental collaboration, and public education in enhancing water resource management. The research objective is to scrutinize the role of policy and design in cultivating public consciousness towards water conservation within the BAP project. Employing literature review, questionnaire surveys, and case study analysis, this research intends to uncover strategies that can effectively engage the public in water resource protection, especially in densely populated urban settings with constrained water availability and flood threats. The study seeks to provide valuable insights for urban planners and policymakers on the significance of integrating educational aspects into public projects to achieve enduring sustainability and community resilience.

Keywords: Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park; water resources management; public awareness; urban landscape; sustainable development
Published: August 27, 2024
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/45/20240079
Volume: CHR Vol.45
pp. 25-31
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