Year of Climate Adaptation

YEAR OF CLIMATE ADAPTATION

Climate change poses risks that can affect Singapore in many ways. Higher temperatures, rising sea levels, and more wet and dry extremes can impact many aspects of our daily lives - from our health and well-being to our living environment, and even our economic, resource and social resilience.

The impacts of climate change could worsen. According to Singapore's Third National Climate Change Study (V3), mean sea level is projected to rise up to 1.15 metres by 2100. Coupled with storm surges and high tides, sea levels could reach up to 5 metres. Daily maximum temperatures could increase by up to 5.3°C, and days with high heat stress and warm nights will be the new normal.

While Singapore continues to reduce its carbon footprint and minimise further emissions, the irreversible effects of climate change from past emissions, coupled with the global uncertainty around climate commitments, mean that we must be prepared for new climate realities.

Hence, we must respond decisively to adapt to our changing climate.

To signal climate adaptation as a national priority, MSE has designated 2026 as the Year of Climate Adaptation. This national effort aims to strengthen our collective resilience - by citizens, businesses and civil society - against impacts from climate change. It also involves a comprehensive review of climate adaptation measures across key domains such as heat resilience, coastal & flood resilience, and water & food resilience.

Minister Grace Fu's explainer video on Climate Adaptation

Playing your part in Climate Adaptation

Join our engagements to shape Singapore's first National Adaptation Plan

Building a climate-resilient Singapore is a shared responsibility. The government will be engaging citizens, businesses, and civil society to develop Singapore's first National Adaptation Plan - a long-term living strategy to protect Singapore and Singaporeans from the impacts of climate change.

MSE and the relevant government agencies will conduct a series of engagements throughout the year on various climate adaptation areas. A public exhibition will also be organised to deepen Singaporeans' understanding, participation, and commitment towards climate adaptation. In the spirit of 'We First', all of us can play an active role in ensuring a thriving, climate-ready Singapore for generations to come.

Stay tuned for upcoming activities, discussions, workshops, events and more!

Drive community-led, climate adaptation projects through the SG Eco Fund

Through the SG Eco Fund, a new $5 million climate adaptation package (from 1 May 2026 to 30 April 2028) will support community-led projects that drive action on heat resilience, flood protection, water conservation, and promoting local produce. Applications are open year-round.

Adopt climate-resilient practices