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World Aquatics Championships aims to set new green standards for sports events in Singapore

World Aquatics Championships aims to set new green standards for sports events in Singapore

CNA4 days ago
Singapore is aiming to set new sustainability standards for future sporting events hosted in the country, building on current efforts at the ongoing World Aquatics Championships. This is as local organisers are working with a fintech firm to reduce the environmental impact of the large-scale event. A sustainability report will be shared with SportSG and World Aquatics at the end of the event. Alif Amsyar reports.
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