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Habitatnews 2003-23: Friday 22nd August 2003
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Nature-related news for the busy Singaporean.
More information and archives at: http://habitatnews.nus.edu.sg
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Contents
1. Talk on Catastrophic extinctions in Singapore
2. Simplified map of Ubin
3. Biodegradeable crockery on the horizon
4. The Original Singapore Walks
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---> [1] Talk on Catastrophic extinctions in Singapore
NUS DBS Special Seminar]
"Catastrophic extinctions follow deforestation in Singapore"
by Peter Ng and Navjot Sodhi
Department of Biological Sciences,
National University of Singapore
Wednesday, 27th August 2003: 4.00pm - 5.00pm
Lecture Theatre 20,
Science Faculty
National University of Singapore
http://www.nparks.gov.sg/parks/n_a/img-par-n_a/par-n_a-pul_ubi-zoom.jpg
Nice clear map that labels the basic features
Thanks to Lee Chuen Ling for the alert.
---> [3] Biodegradeable crockery on the horizon
http://www.karmicware.com/
conservation meeting and then serving food on styrofoam plates? Anyway, I
came across a company in Singapore that produces biodegradable utensils from
rice husks. If I'm not wrong Victoria Sec School is already using those in
their canteen. You can check out the company at http://www.karmicware.com/
Ria called up. right now they just do bulk orders for companies and schools,
the managing director hopes to have products in supermarkets in a few
months.
Soon we will actually have a choice so do ask your caterers about
biodegradable alternatives!"
By Loh Tse-Lynn, Fri, 8 Aug 2003
This was first reported some month ago, and it is fascinating to hear about this!
Read about the process at:
http://www.karmicware.com/procedure/procedure_main.htm
---> [4] The Original Singapore Walks
http://www.singaporewalks.comJourneys Pte. Ltd., proud affiliate and partner of Singapore History
Consultants and The Changi Museum Pte Ltd. announced the official start of
The Original Singapore Walks and The Changi Museum War Trails on 11 August
2003.
The Original Singapore Walks are walking tours of some of Singapore’s most
interesting and colourful heritage sites. They run everyday, regardless of
rain or shine. Most importantly, no pre-booking is required.
The Changi Museum War Trails are coach tours featuring sites and stories
related to Singapore’s poignant war history, every Monday and Friday, rain
or shine. For Enquiries or Bookings, please call 6325-1631 or fax 6224-0136.
See: http://www.singaporewalks.com
---> Source: Journeys Pte. Ltd., 6 Aug 2003
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