Environmental issues in Singapore

Marine Biodiversity in Singapore calling out for S.O.S... The threat against the marine life off the coast of Singapore is increasing. Coral reefs that are part of Singapore’s underwater floral are decreasing at an alarming rate. Marine lives are also being forced away from the polluted waters to look for other suitable homes. All these are caused by the many reclamation works by the people and the busy waterway of Singapore. For a small island like Singapore, land space is scarce, therefore reclamation works are necessary. Hence, the marine habitations are being sacrificed for the benefits of the people. The Straits of Singapore is a busy shipping line for many ships from around the world resulting in much water pollution from the over-crowded water. The lives of the people and the economy are surely put on a higher priority than the marine biodiversity but that does not mean we can neglect them. The government could try to relocate more of the coral reefs into public aquariums where the money generated could be use to clean up the polluted water. The aquarium could also be used to educate the people about water pollution and its bad effects. The people can then be assured of clean and clearer water for their children to live with.

Meaning to Life

Many people have different views on life. For example, scientists would see life as a segregation of cells while a religious person would see life as a creation of God. A historian might also see life in a pile of fossils, which still puzzles me. How about me? I am just enjoying every breath I take and the people around me. I might be one of many Singaporeans living in this pragmatic society but I feel special in some way because of the people around me. I think I would not be the person I am today if not for my friends. Life in school will be boring and quiet without their laughter and eccentric behaviours. I guess in many years ahead, these will all become part of many memories which I will cherish dearly.