Chin Hui Shan

Hui Shan covers the environment beat, with a particular interest in biodiversity. Her first foray into journalism was at the Life desk as an intern at The Straits Times, which she joined full-time in 2022, covering breaking news for two years. She holds a degree from Nanyang Technological University’s Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information.

Email

Latest articles

Microbes along S’pore coastline break down oil faster when sand is less waterlogged, has more oxygen: Report

Samples of sand were collected from Bendera Bay on St John’s Island, a beach designated for long-term scientific study.

Push for clean energy and electrification a key focus at COP31 in Turkey

The panellists were speaking at a panel at the Sustainability Dialogue 2026 organised by the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore on Sept 3.

If S’pore decides on nuclear power, major grid changes may not be required

SP PowerGrid chief executive Jimmy Khoo on Sept 2 said that the grid is a key piece in the energy transition.

No lease renewal for 8 pet businesses; AVS says their measures to improve animal welfare fell short

Sheryl Chia, founder of ChubbyBuddy, at her business with British shorthair and Scottish fold cats at The Animal Lodge on Sept 1.

NDP 2027 to return to the Padang to celebrate 60 years of national service

Over the years, Singapore’s NDP has been held at the field to coincide with milestone celebrations – from the first parade in 1966 to its golden jubilee in 2015 and the bicentennial in 2019.

Tuas Power to build hydrogen-ready power plant by 2031

The energy regulator forecasts that Singapore’s peak electricity demand is expected to grow by between 2.4 per cent and 4.8 per cent annually over the next 10 years.

Food scientist who turned soya pulp into food among 14 recipients of Singapore eco award

Dr Heng Kiang Soon, Specialist (Food Innovation), School of Applied Science, Republic Polytechnic, is among the 14 recipients who received the biennial EcoFriend Awards in its 17th edition from Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu on Aug 18.

Keep on swimming: 42 critically endangered hawksbill turtles released off Sisters’ Islands

A total of 42 hawksbill turtle hatchlings were released off Sisters’ Islands Marine Park on Aug 13 and 14.

Ng Teng Fong General Hospital’s ICUs to go tapless to reduce water use, safety risks

To reduce contamination risks while cutting water and energy usage, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital has removed traditional water taps and sinks in 44 of its 74 adult ICUs.

A nostalgic journey from Orang Laut heritage to Phua Chu Kang at NDP 2026

Performers from Soka Gakkai Singapore performing alongside marine animal puppets during Chapter 3 of National Day Parade 2026 at the National Stadium on Aug 9.

E-paper

Newsletters

Podcasts

RSS Feed

About Us

Terms & Conditions

Personal Data Protection Notice

Need help? Reach us here.

Advertise with us

MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.