Singapore haze costs projected to reach S$2.32 billion by 2026
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Experts estimate Singapore will face S$2.32 billion in haze-related costs by 2026, a 4% increase from 2015 levels. The rise is attributed to population growth, higher incomes, and increased visitor spending. The significant economic impact has prompted discussion about investing in prevention alongside enforcement measures.
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Singapore’s S$2.32 billion ‘haze bill’: Can prevention cost less? (opens The Business Times in a new tab)
The sheer scale of damage strengthens the case for funding prevention alongside tougher penalties
Haze in 2026 estimated to cost Singapore S$2.32 billion, up 4% from 2015: experts (opens The Business Times in a new tab)
They attribute the rise to factors including a larger population and higher incomes and visitor spending
Haze in 2026 estimated to cost Singapore $2.32 billion, up 4% from 2015: Experts (opens The Straits Times in a new tab)
The rise is attributed to factors including a larger population, and higher incomes and visitor spending.
