In support of the Government environmental objectives, we have incorporated in-depth environmental considerations in our projects from their inception to the implementation stage. These aim to minimise pollution, conserve resources and protect the natural environment.

In meeting our goal, we are committed to:-

Our major environmental efforts include:

•	Up-grading existing landscaped areas and planting more trees and shrubs
•	Organising community involvement projects such as Flower Shows, Community Planting Days and green estate competitions for private sector property management companies
•	Conducting educational programmes to promote heritage preservation among the public
•	Providing aesthetically-pleasing open space in the territory
•	Exercising vigilance in the use of water for watering plants and for water features in major parks
•	Carrying out energy/environmental audits in collaboration with the power companies, the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department and Architectural Services Department
•	Using ozone sterilisation and/or brine systems to replace chlorine systems in swimming pools
Using ozone sterilisation and brine systems in swimming pools is our environmental measure.
•	Using green products sourceable from the Government Supplies Department
•	Recycling old books, magazines, newspapers, waste paper and printer cartridges
•	Using waste separation bins for recovery of waste paper, aluminium cans and plastic bottles at our venues

In addition, environmental policies are regularly reviewed through the Departmental Committee on Environmental Efforts (DCEE). The committee also assists in co-ordinating practices and monitoring implementation across the department. In October 2002, we issued the second environmental report detailing departmental activities in this area.