Exercise 3:

SINGAPORE’S URBAN DEVELOPMENT PRINCIPLES
⮚ Applying green transportation and green architecture: Singapore has applied low-energy strategies in buildings while developing an efficient public ___(1)___ system. This is the overall strategy to reduce energy consumption ___(2)___ ensure sustainable development.
⮚ Creating a less crowded feeling: Singapore has a scattering mix of high-rises with low-rises, forming a beautiful, smooth skyline, which creates a less crowded feeling in ___(3)___ narrow spaces.
⮚ Applying innovative technology: As a densely populated city, Singapore always ___(4)___ resource constraints. ___(5)___ forces managers to apply innovative solutions to ensure a good life for people. For example, NEWater is a project that further purifies traditionally treated ___(6)___ to create potable-quality water.
(Adapted from THINK)