1.4 GIEL

Question 1

what are spatial scales in sg?

Answer 1

refers to the extent of an area in which a phenomenon or process takes place
example: global areas consists of many regions, then countries and then even smaller spatial units within countries such as provinces or districts.

Question 2

social hierarchies observe in singapore

Answer 2

residential -> precinct -> neighbourhood -> town

Question 3

how is town planning done?

Answer 3

serve the needs of residents
-social needs (parks, community centres-> residents to come together, bond)
-economic needs (business parks / heartland mall, shops creates jobs and allow residents to purchase goods and services)
-environmental needs -> nature trees, gardens, recycling bins

Question 4

how does town planning in singapore creates connections and synergies?

Answer 4

when connections and synergies are created it helps achieve sustainability. long term plans at national level seek to achieve by optimising scarce land resources to cater to diverse needs of current and future generations

Question 5

what is synergies

Answer 5

synergies are improved results when two or more people or organisations work together

Question 6

examples of synergies? (1)

Answer 6

1. URA (urban redevelopment authority) and stakeholders do the long term planning for sg. They map out land uses and infrastructure needs in sg over the next 50 years, plan reviewed every 10 years. This is because diverse needs have to be addressed, competing land uses and space for key infrastructure such as train lines and cycling networks.

Question 7

example of synergies (2)

Answer 7

senoko waste-to -energy plant creates synergy between nature and people which creates job opportunities and manages pollution concerns through waste treatment and provides education opportunities for students in nearby schools.