Response to local issues

News Response
I refer to the news “Singapore: more companies eyeing green label” by Tessa Wong that published on 10 Feb 2010. This article provides information of recent trend in growing application of green certificate of companies. In my opinion, both the government and the company play important roles in green and sustainable development
Firstly, the government’s effort in putting green concept into reality could not be ignored. As mentioned in the article, government has set several funds that worth multi-million dollars aimed at spurring research and development in this field. Moreover, the government’s policies to the construction of more green buildings motivate relevant corporations to develop green products and facilitate their investment environment within this field. These policies in the long term promote the use of green materials that exert negligible negative consequence on the environment.
Secondly, many companies take social responsibility of developing green products and benefit from them. Indian company's products bearing the mark are especially popular in countries such as Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia; such is the remark of Mr. Shawn. This information shows that companies could not only protect environment but also thrive by these green products in the same time.
In conclusion, successful cooperation between government and companies trigger mutual benefit and make Singapore a better place for all residents.