COP29, Climate Action and How Singapore is Responding

In this episode of 'The Exec Exchange', host Piers Clark sits down with Mr Ong Tze-Ch’in, the Chief Executive of PUB Singapore, to explore his unique transition from a military career to leading Singapore’s water utility. They discuss PUB's extensive responsibilities, including water supply, wastewater treatment, and climate adaptation. Tze-Ch'in shares insights from his recent experience at COP29, focusing on water recycling efforts embodied by Singapore’s NEWater and the innovative NEWBrew beer. The conversation also delves into PUB's strategies to address climate crises and advice for future water sector leaders.00:00 Introduction to The Exec Exchange00:26 Meet Tze-Ch'in Ong: From Military to Water Sector01:30 Overview of PUB Singapore02:21 Singapore's Water Recycling and National Security03:30 Insights from COP2904:57 NEWater and New Brew: Innovations in Water Recycling08:27 PUB's Climate Adaptation Strategies13:23 Advice for Future Leaders14:50 Conclusion and Farewell