National Environment Agency: Learning Journey to Semakau Landfill and Incineration Plants

Sign up for a free guided tour of Singapore's incineration plants to learn about waste management and the importance of practising the 3Rs.

Last updated 13 August 2026

Semakau Landfill, the only landfill that habours human produced waste, has its lifespan shortened every minute from the current rate of waste generation. In this guided tour, visitors will understand the importance of waste minimisation, and how they could play a role in achieving a sustainable living environment in Singapore. Note: Semakau Landfill is closed until further notice.

Incineration Plants: Tonnes of wastes are transported and incinerated at Incineration Plants daily. It is important for everyone to understand the impact we will create to the environment, for every item that we choose to dispose. In this guided tour, visitors will learn about the waste management system in Singapore, and how to practice the 3Rs (Reuse, Reduce, Recycle) as an effected way to reduce the waste generation.

Details

The programme will feature a short briefing before the tour of the facilities.

Learning Objectives

This programme aims to educate students on the imporatance of a well-managed waste disposal system in maintaining a clean city-state. Through learning about the development of an efficient waste disposal system, students will understand the challenges and constraints faced by Singapore in managing waste.

Target Audience: Secondary 1- 4/5 students, Post Secondary (JC/ Poly/ ITE)

Runtime: All year round

Fee: Complimentary

Modality: In-person

Duration of Session: About 2 hours

Capacity: Up to 40 pax

Website: https://www.eportal.nea.gov.sg (Click on Public Education & Partnership)

Mode of registration: Sign up via NEA ePortal 3 weeks in advance.

Due Date for registration: 3 weeks in advance

Contact: https://www.eportal.nea.gov.sg

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Phase I and the Operations of Semakau Landfill

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Phase II and the Biodiversity of Semakau Landfill

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