Rising sea levels and property are highly pertinent topics for Singaporeans. But how are the two linked? In this episode, Professor Ang Swee Hoon examines the impact of impending sea level rises on both public and private housing in Singapore, following announcements made by the then-Prime Minister in a National Day speech in 2019. Research revealed a reduction in the monetary value of sea-facing properties by S$20,000 in response to the announcements, but interestingly, it was only for publi...
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Rising sea levels and property are highly pertinent topics for Singaporeans. But how are the two linked? In this episode, Professor Ang Swee Hoon examines the impact of impending sea level rises on both public and private housing in Singapore, following announcements made by the then-Prime Minister in a National Day speech in 2019. Research revealed a reduction in the monetary value of sea-facing properties by S$20,000 in response to the announcements, but interestingly, it was only for publi...
The detrimental short-term effects of haze on physical health and productivity are undisputed. But what about its long-term impact on academic performance even wages? Looking at local university admissions score data gathered during the Singapore haze crises of children that were born both during and after these episodes, Professor Sumit makes interesting observations that seem to suggest a definite impact on the cognitions of children whose mothers were exposed to haze particles.
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Rising sea levels and property are highly pertinent topics for Singaporeans. But how are the two linked? In this episode, Professor Ang Swee Hoon examines the impact of impending sea level rises on both public and private housing in Singapore, following announcements made by the then-Prime Minister in a National Day speech in 2019. Research revealed a reduction in the monetary value of sea-facing properties by S$20,000 in response to the announcements, but interestingly, it was only for publi...
