A Glimpse into Singapore's Energy History

When did Singapore’s first air-conditioned cinema open?

When did Singapore start importing natural gas from Malaysia?

Where was Singapore's first offshore power plant?

Can you name a popular night spot that used to be a power station?

What is Singapore’s Energy Trilemma?

The "Energy Trilemma" refers to the need to balance the trade-offs between three important yet competing considerations - energy security, energy competitiveness and environmental sustainability - so as to achieve a sustainable energy future for Singapore.

Energy Security Price Competitiveness

Keeping our energy options open and ensuring adequate supply to meet our energy needs

Having energy that is competitively priced and reflective of its true cost

Environmental Sustainability

Minimising energy wastage and its impact on the environment

How does Singapore balance its Energy Trilemma?

Feedstock

Piped natural gas is imported from Malaysia and Indonesia. Additionally, the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminal allows us to import gas globally. Electricity can also be generated from other sources such as solar.