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Historical-National-Average-Household-usage--Website-Data-Mar-24-to-Feb-26-.xlsxhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/dam/spgroup/docs/our-services/utilities/tariff-information/Historical-National-Average-Household-usage--Website-Data-Mar-24-to-Feb-26-.xlsx
Consumption_Elect Average consumption of Electricity (kWh) Premises Types Mar-24 Apr-24 May-24 Jun-24 Jul-24 Aug-24 Sep-24 Oct-24 Nov-24 Dec-24 Jan-25 Feb-25 Mar-25 Apr-25 May-25 Jun-25 Jul-25 Aug-25 Sep-25 Oct-25 Nov-25 Dec-25 Jan-26 Feb-26 HDB 1-Room 132 150 152 149 140 151 148 139 142 128 127 121 119 128 136 150 143 150 136 136 144 127 124 119 HDB 2-Room 173 199 199 195 183 198 192 183 186 166 168 161 156 169 181 195 190 195 177 177 188 164 165 158 HDB 3-Room 250 292 285 277 264 283 277 266 266 243 238 231 231 250 265 284 273 280 257 259 271 242 239 231 HDB 4-Room 342 398 396 383 360 385 381 363 365 338 327 320 309 341 363 390 381 388 358 355 377 334 330 322 HDB 5-Room 399 463 466 448 416 447 446 427 429 397 379 374 359 399 425 457 450 459 423 417 444 392 386 378 HDB Executive 489 575 568 544 515 546 548 520 523 481 462 458 445 495 522 562 554 562 520 513 546 478 472 462 Apartment 486 578 573 543 500 513 539 523 519 486 446 419 417 476 516 548 536 541 513 501 538 500 451 429 Terrace 821 957 900 872 838 847 885 851 851 785 747 744 714 775 823 881 848 866 817 818 836 785 734 735 Semi-Detached 1,109 1,254 1,224 1,170 1,128 1,126 1,168 1,137 1,141 1,056 1,000 974 960 1,031 1,080 1,173 1,123 1,121 1,072 1,056 1,107 1,016 951 940 Bungalow 2,146 2,432 2,360 2,266 2,220 2,121 2,347 2,192 2,190 2,012 2,004 1,872 1,904 2,016 2,154 2,244 2,175 2,168 2,190 2,074 2,202 2,040 1,950 1,863 Note: The figures exclude electricity consumption for PAYU customers and customers who are not purchasing electricity at the regulated tariff.
Innovationhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/about-us/media-resources/energy-hub/innovation/ideabox-turns-concepts-to-application
SP Energy HubAnnual ReportReliabilitySustainabilityInnovation Ideabox Turns Concepts to Application INNOVATION Imagine a hybrid solar cone that uses solar concentrating lenses to maximise energy absorption and promises to produce more than five times the energy of a conventional solar cell. This is one of the first prototypes developed by ideaBox, an idea translation lab by SP Group and Singapore Polytechnic that brings innovative ideas to applications in everyday life. Launched on 3 April 2018, this platform aims to turn promising ideas by tertiary students and SP Group employees into sustainable energy applications for everyday life. SP Group drives research and innovation that benefit consumers, helping them to save energy and cost. This collaboration with Singapore Polytechnic exposes their students to real-world challenges, test new ideas and build solutions to implement the ideas.” — 26 June 2018 (From left) Singapore Polytechnic students Lester Loh, Ko Keng Wee and Md Tanvirul Huda speaking to SP Group GCEO Wong Kim Yin and Singapore Polytechnic Principal and Chief Executive Officer Soh Wai Wah about SCONE Group Chief Executive Officer of SP Group Wong Kim Yin (left), and Singapore Polytechnic Principal and Chief Executive Officer Soh Wai Wah (right) launching ideaBox. With them is the polytechnic’s senior lecturer Jolyon Caplin. TAGS SINGAPORE POLYTECHNICIDEABOXINNOVATION YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED TO READ SP partners Pyxis to launch direct-current fast charging point for electric harbour crafts Using GET™ to help Mercatus digitally manage their tenant utilities SP Group is partnering Mercatus Co-operative Limited to deploy SP Digital’s Green Energy Tech (GET™) solutions to Mercatus’ properties. Developing the digital core of sustainable energy solutions From coding to designing systems, Ibrahim develops and manages all the central platforms and systems that power the SP Utilities app, commercial solutions, and internal projects for SP.
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Innovationhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/about-us/media-resources/energy-hub/innovation/helping-corporates-achieve-their-green-targets
SP Energy HubAnnual ReportReliabilitySustainabilityInnovation Helping Corporates Achieve Their Green Targets INNOVATION Ms May Liew, Head of Sustainability & Open Innovation, SP Group (seated, left) and Mr Jared Braslawsky, Secretary General of the I-REC Standard Foundation (seated, right), signed an agreement for SP to be the first authorised local issuer of I-RECs in Asia Pacific. The ceremony was witnessed by SP Group CEO Mr Wong Kim Yin (standing, left) and Mr Jules Chuang, Board Member of the I-REC Standard Foundation. SP Group (SP) is the first authorised local issuer of International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-RECs) in Asia Pacific. This independent accreditation by globally recognised International REC Standard Foundation means consumers can be assured of the integrity of each REC transaction.  SP’s one-stop digital RECs platform enables buyers and sellers around the globe to gain greater access to green energy. In 2018, more than 1,000,000 GWh of renewable energy certificates (RECs) were issued globally, amounting to more than 20 times of Singapore’s annual energy consumption. As an authorised I-REC local issuer, SP ensures that a vigorous and transparent attribute tracking system is in place and adherence to best practices. This avoids double counting, double certificate issuance and double attribute claiming. Ms May Liew, Head of Sustainability & Open Innovation, SP Group, said: “SP is removing barriers so that big and small organisations can achieve their green targets seamlessly and securely. With our one-stop digital REC platform, they not only have the assurance that the electricity they consume comes from renewable sources, they can also buy and sell RECs without the hassle of dealing with multiple manual processes to issue and verify the RECs.” RECs are a recognised way of achieving renewable energy targets and a credible means to report that the consumed energy comes from renewable energy sources. With each megawatt-hour of green energy produced, one REC is recorded and uniquely numbered and tracked. A buyer can purchase the REC and show proof that he or she consumed green energy. The latest example of using RECs is the sponsorship by SP Group of RECs matching the electricity consumed for the Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) 2019. SP’s sponsorship means the electricity consumed at SIEW is matched with an equivalent amount of green energy produced. — 31 October 2019 TAGS SUSTAINABILITYBLOCKCHAININNOVATIONRENEWABLE ENERGY CERTIFICATES YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED TO READ SP partners Pyxis to launch direct-current fast charging point for electric harbour crafts Using GET™ to help Mercatus digitally manage their tenant utilities SP Group is partnering Mercatus Co-operative Limited to deploy SP Digital’s Green Energy Tech (GET™) solutions to Mercatus’ properties. Developing the digital core of sustainable energy solutions From coding to designing systems, Ibrahim develops and manages all the central platforms and systems that power the SP Utilities app, commercial solutions, and internal projects for SP.
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Suntec City to Join World’s Largest Underground District Cooling Network at Marina Bayhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/about-us/media-resources/news-and-media-releases/Suntec-City-to-Join-World-s-Largest-Underground-District-Cooling-Network-at-Marina-Bay
Media Release Suntec City to Join World’s Largest Underground District Cooling Network at Marina Bay Singapore, 29 April 2024 – Suntec City will be the latest development to be connected to SP Group (SP)’s Marina Bay district cooling network, expanding what is already the world's largest underground district cooling network. In a partnership agreement signed on 29 April 2024, SP will take charge of the operation of Suntec City’s cooling system. The system will then be interconnected to the Marina Bay District Cooling network via neighbouring developments by 2027. Suntec City’s cooling system is made up of a single central chiller plant with an installed capacity of approximately 20,000 refrigerant tons (RT) providing cooling services across its five office towers, retail mall and convention centre, covering a total net lettable area of more than 3.4 million square feet. The expansion of the Suntec City chiller plant into the Marina Bay district cooling network will create opportunities to deliver energy efficient cooling to a wider range of developments in the area, including Marina Centre and Bugis, thereby offering sustainable cooling solutions to more customers. The inclusion of Suntec City brings the total current cooling capacity in operation and secured by SP through its district cooling networks in Singapore to 203,000 RT – making SP the biggest provider of district cooling solutions in Singapore. Leveraging SP’s district cooling technology will enable Suntec City to reduce its carbon emissions by at least 10,400 tonnes over the 30-year operating period, akin to removing more than 315 cars from our roads annually. Under the agreement, SP will oversee the maintenance and future cooling equipment replacement. This encompasses the prompt replacement of aging electrical systems and a gradual transition to energy-efficient and eco-friendly chillers, all while accommodating any expansionary cooling requirements from Suntec City. Mr Ivan Koh, the Chief Executive Officer of APM Property Management, the Managing Agent for Suntec City said, “Our key priority has always been to achieve optimum energy efficiency for our buildings. This partnership with SP Group to implement district cooling for Suntec City is a significant stride in our sustainable energy solutions, and advances our journey towards the reduction of carbon emission for a greener built environment for Singapore.” Mr S. Harsha, Managing Director of Sustainable Energy Solutions (Singapore), SP Group, said, “As Singapore accelerates towards our net-zero goals, sustainable energy innovations and solutions such as district cooling networks will be crucial to support our demand for urban and economic growth in a sustainable manner. We are delighted to welcome Suntec City to our Marina Bay district cooling network and look forward to bringing this proven technology to more developments, enabling them to be more energy- and cost-efficient. - Ends - About SP Group SP Group is a leading utilities group in the Asia Pacific, empowering the future of energy with low-carbon, smart energy solutions for its customers. It owns and operates electricity and gas transmission and distribution businesses in Singapore and Australia, as well as sustainable energy solutions in Singapore, China, Thailand and Vietnam. As Singapore’s national grid operator, about 1.6 million industrial, commercial and residential customers benefit from its world-class transmission, distribution and market support services. These networks are amongst the most reliable and cost-effective worldwide. Beyond traditional utilities services, SP Group provides a suite of sustainable and renewable energy solutions such as microgrids, cooling and heating systems for business districts and residential townships, solar energy solutions, electric vehicle fast-charging stations and digital energy solutions for customers in Singapore and the region. For more information, please visit spgroup.com.sg or follow us on Facebook at spgrp.sg/facebook, LinkedIn at spgrp.sg/linkedin and Instagram at spgrp.sg/Instagram. About Suntec City Suntec City is one of Singapore’s largest integrated developments, comprising a shopping mall, five Grade A office towers, and a world-class convention and exhibition centre. Nestled in the heart of the bustling Marina Central precinct, the entire development is well connected by MRT stations, street-level plazas and underground walkways. Comprising of over 2 million square feet of retail areas, office spaces and a convention centre, the strata-titled development is owned by subsidiary proprietors and managed by the Management Corporation Strata Title of Suntec City. Our commitment to lowering environmental impact is evidenced through our sustainability accolades, including Water Efficient Building certification for the retail mall and office towers, as well as BCA Green Mark Platinum for all the office towers and Green Mark Gold for the retail mall and convention centre.  
Average-Gas-Consumption--kWH-_Jun-23-to-May-24.xlsxhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/dam/spgroup/docs/our-services/utilities/tariff-information/Average-Gas-Consumption--kWH-_Jun-23-to-May-24.xlsx
Consumption_Gas Average consumption of Gas (kWh) Premises Types Jun-23 Jul-23 Aug-23 Sep-23 Oct-23 Nov-23 Dec-23 Jan-24 Feb-24 Mar-24 Apr-24 May-24 HDB 1-Room 37 34 36 36 36 35 36 38 38 37 38 35 HDB 2-Room 38 36 37 37 36 36 36 37 38 38 40 37 HDB 3-Room 51 50 51 52 51 51 49 50 52 53 56 50 HDB 4-Room 63 60 63 64 63 62 61 61 64 66 69 62 HDB 5-Room 69 65 69 71 70 69 67 65 70 73 77 68 HDB Executive 72 70 73 75 74 73 70 70 74 78 82 73 Apartment 79 76 82 87 88 85 83 85 91 94 93 80 Terrace 100 96 99 103 107 105 103 100 108 120 114 93 Semi-Detached 116 119 116 118 118 123 118 115 120 133 130 117 Bungalow 191 201 188 202 216 201 200 213 192 220 234 209
News & Media Releaseshttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/about-us/media-resources/news-and-media-releases?page=9
News & Media Releases Latest All Years 29 Dec 2022 Electricity Tariff Revision for the Period 1 January to 31 March 2023 27 Dec 2022 Tan Sri Hassan Marican to retire as Chairman of SP Group, succeeded by current Deputy Chairman Ms Leong Wai Leng 22 Nov 2022 UOB and SP Group partner to offset 100% or more of household electricity carbon emissions for UOB EVOL cardholders 16 Nov 2022 SP Group Partners SPC to Install EV Chargers at SPC Service Stations 07 Nov 2022 SP Group to Green Electricity Substations for a More Sustainable Future 31 Oct 2022 SP Group recognised with three Community Chest Awards 14 Oct 2022 KidSTART Stories to help parents build children’s language foundation through storytelling 29 Sep 2022 Electricity Tariff Revision for the Period 1 October to 31 December 2022 15 Sep 2022 Aims Apac REIT Partners SP Group to Install Large-Scale Rooftop Solar System Across Six Properties in Singapore 28 Aug 2022 How Does Thermal Energy Storage System Support Demand Response? 1 ... 8 9 10 ... 22
Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedures (wef 1 Apr 2023).pdfhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/dam/jcr:7eeb201f-fd02-4336-9c58-015fa017e144/%20Natural%20Gas%20Connection%20Policy%20and%20Procedures%20(wef%201%20Apr%202023).pdf
Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedures Updated 1 April 24 Table of Contents 1. General Information ..................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Purpose of this Document .......................................................................................... 1 1.2 Singapore Gas Transportation System ...................................................................... 1 1.3 Definitions ..................................................................................................................... 2 1.4 Codes of Practices and Regulatory Requirements .................................................. 3 1.5 Submission of Application .......................................................................................... 3 2. Procedures for Gas Connection and Gas Admittance ............................................................. 4 2.1 Apply for Gas Connection .......................................................................................... 4 2.2 Make Payment .............................................................................................................. 5 2.3 Engage DR for Consumer’s Gas Installation .............................................................. 6 2.4 Apply for Gas Admittance .......................................................................................... 7 2.5 Apply for Supply and Gas Turn On ............................................................................ 8 3. Guidelines for Other Applications .............................................................................................. 9 3.1 Apply for Replacement, Addition & Alteration Works ............................................. 9 3.2 Apply for Disconnection ............................................................................................. 9 3.3 Apply for Re-connection ............................................................................................. 9 3.4 Other Applications ....................................................................................................... 9 4. Charges ........................................................................................................................................ 10 4.1 Connection Policy ...................................................................................................... 10 4.2 Connection Charge ................................................................................................... 10 5. Unauthorised Connection and Supply of Gas ......................................................................... 11 6. Appendices ................................................................................................................................. 12 Appendix 1 – Demarcation of responsibility ................................................................................ 12 Appendix 2 – Transmission Connection Flow Chart................................................................... 13 Appendix 3 – Transmission Connection Application Forms ...................................................... 15 Appendix 4 – Distribution Connection Flow Chart ..................................................................... 16 Appendix 5 – Distribution Connection Application Forms ........................................................ 18 Appendix 6 – Reference Rates for Transmission Project ........................................................... 19 Appendix 7 – Reference Rates for Distribution Project .............................................................. 20 Appendix 8 – Deductible Component for Natural Gas Distribution Connection .................... 21 Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 1 1. General Information 1.1 Purpose of this Document PowerGas is licensed by the Energy Market Authority (“Authority”) to be the Gas Transporter (“Transporter”) which owns, operates, and maintains the piped gas network in Singapore. SP PowerGrid (“SPPG”) is licensed by the Authority to be the Gas Transporter Agent to operate and maintain the piped gas network in Singapore on behalf of PowerGas. SPPG’s gas business is to plan, design, operate and maintain gas network assets in a manner that supports the delivery of safe, reliable, efficient, and quality services to customers. Under the Gas Transporter Licence, the Gas Transporter has to develop separate fees and charges for separate gas transportation services such as connection services and transportation services. This document sets out the connection policy and procedure for Natural Gas supply. 1.2 Singapore Gas Transportation System PowerGas owns an extensive gas transmission and distribution network throughout Singapore. The network is generally buried underground and transports natural gas to the western and northern parts of Singapore, and town gas to the whole of Singapore. The gas assets comprise the transmission network (operating at higher pressures), which forms the main reticulation backbone and the distribution network (operating at lower pressures). • Town gas is manufactured in Senoko Gasworks and delivered to approximately 900,000 customers in Singapore. The customers are made up of industrial, commercial, and residential gas users. Residential customers consist mainly of gas users from HDB, condominiums and landed premises. The town gas transmission network operates at 3 barg whereas the distribution network operates at pressure regimes ranging from 1 kPa to 50 kPa. Natural gas is supplied to about 200 customers and is imported from four sources (two submarine pipelines from Indonesia, one submarine pipeline from Malaysia and internationally through the Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal). Under the Gas Network Code, Gas Shippers/Retailers represent the customers that are connected to the natural gas networks. These natural gas customers are typically commercial or industrial and include all power stations. The natural gas transmission network operates mainly at two pressure regimes, 28 barg and 40 barg, and the distribution network operates at pressure regimes ranging from 3 barg to 6 barg. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 2 1.3 Definitions The following terms shall have the following meanings when used in this document. “Authority” means the Energy Market Authority of Singapore established under the Energy Market Authority of Singapore Act (Cap.92B); “Gas Transporter” or “Transporter” means a representative holding a gas transporter’s licence; “Gas Retailer” or “Retailer” means a person who supplies gas to Retail Customers and who holds a Retailer’s Licence; “Gas Shipper” or “Shipper” means a person holding a gas shipper’s licence; “Gas Network Code” refers to the Gas Network Code issued by the Authority, setting out common terms and conditions between the Gas Transporter and Shippers who engage the Gas Transporter to transport natural gas though the gas pipeline network; “DR” known as designated representative means a professional engineer or a licensed gas service worker appointed by the developer or a responsible person for the premises; “PE” known as professional engineer means any person who is registered as a professional engineer in the mechanical engineering discipline under the Professional Engineers Act (Cap. 253); “LGSW” known as licensed gas service worker” means a person who is licensed under section 12 (3) of the Gas Act (Chapter 116A); “gas service work” means any work carried out on any gas installation or gas appliance, in whole or in part, including any design, construction, installation, commissioning, erection, testing, repair, addition, alteration or maintenance work; “gas service isolation valve (“GSIV”)” means a valve, located at or near the boundary line of any property or the apron of any building, used by a gas transporter to isolate the supply of gas to that property or building; “gas service pipe” means a pipe or any part thereof, other than a gas main, used for the purpose of conveying gas from a gas main to a gas service isolation valve, and includes any pipe owned by, or under the management or control of, a gas transporter which is used for the purpose of conveying gas from the gas service isolation valve to the meter at a consumer’s premises as defined in the Gas Act (Chapter 116A); “gas fitting” includes any pipe, valve, meter, regulator or other device for the control, measurement and use of gas as defined in the Gas Act (Chapter 116A); Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 3 “gas installation” means a discrete grouping of gas fittings linking a gas service pipe to a gas appliance as defined in the Gas Act (Chapter 116A); “Gas Meter Control Valve” means a valve at the inlet of any meter used for the purpose of turning on or off a supply of gas through such meter to any gas installation as defined in the Gas (Supply) Regulation; “Meter Installation” means any meter and its associated equipment and installation including associated pipework, filter, valve, pressure regulating equipment, seal, housing, mounting, telemetry equipment, gas chromatograph and flow computer 1.4 Codes of Practices and Regulatory Requirements This connection procedure shall be read in conjunction with the provisions in the Gas Act, Gas (Supply) Regulations, Gas (Metering) Regulations, Gas Supply Code, Gas Metering Code, Gas Network Code, Singapore Standard, SS608 (where applicable) – Code of Practice for Gas Installation and relevant Retailer’s Handbook of Gas Supply, where applicable. The demarcation of responsibility from the gas service pipe to the gas installation is provided in Appendix 1 for reference purpose. 1.5 Submission of Application Please submit all connection enquiries, applications for gas connection and admittance request via the Gas Shipper/Retailer on SP Group’s eBusiness Portal (“Portal”): https://ebiz.spgroup.com.sg/index.html For all other matters, please submit your request to: gasenquiry@spgroup.com.sg Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 4 2. Procedures for Gas Connection and Gas Admittance Gas users, applicants for gas supply, are advised to apply through the Shipper/Retailers for connection to the gas main network. The Shipper/Retailer will liaise with the Transporter on behalf of the applicant for gas connection and admittance. The key steps for gas connection and gas admittance are outlined below. The detailed process flow chart and Natural Gas connections application forms can be found in Appendices 2 to 5. Apply for Gas Connection Make Payment Engage DR Apply for Gas Admittance Apply for Gas Supply and Turn On 2.1 Apply for Gas Connection Transmission Connection Consumer’s pressure requirement of at least 18 barg shall be eligible for connection to a transmission pipeline, subject to Gas Transporter’s assessment. The actual delivery pressure would vary depending on the location of the offtake point. Consumers requiring higher or lower pressure than the transmission network operating pressure shall at its own cost install the necessary equipment to achieve the required pressure. To apply for a natural gas transmission connection, the Shipper shall submit the following documents and information through the Portal: • Endorsed Form GT1 - “Application for Gas Transmission Connection”; and • A plan showing the connection point endorsed by the responsible person or applicant; and • Consumer Project Data Information. The Transporter shall seek the Authority’s approval for the proposed transmission connection and notify the Shipper on the outcome of the application within 21 days, after obtaining a reply from the Authority. If the application is successful, the connection charge and project lead time will also be made known to the Shipper. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 5 As the Transporter will need to determine the feasibility of the new connection and establish relevant procedures for the operational phase of the connection, Shippers are advised to request for a consultation through the Portal for the Transporter to arrange a site discussion with the Shipper and Applicant prior to sending in the application. Distribution Connection To apply for a natural gas distribution connection, the Retailer shall submit the following documents and information through the Portal: • Endorsed Form GD1 - “Application for Gas Distribution Connection”; and • Location / site plan showing the project site and proposed connection point(s) endorsed by the responsible person or applicant; and • Location of Meter Installation The Transporter shall notify the Retailer on the outcome of the application within 14 days from the date of receipt of the application. If the application is successful, the connection charge will also be made known to the Retailer. 2.2 Make Payment The Shipper/Retailer shall confirm the project by making payment for the connection charge. Transmission Connection The Shipper shall confirm the project by making payment for the connection charge and book firm capacity in accordance with the requirements set forth in the Gas Network Code (“GNC”). Upon project confirmation, the Transporter shall commence permit application, procurement and construction works to extend gas pipeline up to and including the gas service isolation valve (“GSIV”). Distribution Connection The Retailer shall confirm the project by making payment for the connection charge. The Retailer’s appointed Shipper shall subsequently, where necessary, book firm capacity in accordance with the requirements set forth in the GNC. Upon project confirmation, the Transporter shall commence permit application, procurement and construction works to extend gas pipeline up to and including the GSIV. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure 2.3 Engage DR for Consumer’s Gas Installation Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 6 The applicant shall engage a PE or a LGSW, as the case may require, as the DR for the project. Transmission Connection The Shipper and the DR shall liaise with the Transporter on the connection point at the property boundary, and where applicable, the location of the Meter Installation within the premises, the work schedule and other related matters throughout the entire project until final commissioning. The DR is responsible for the design, procurement, and construction of the Gas Fittings from the GSIV to the appliance/equipment including the Meter Installation, where applicable, in accordance with the Gas Act and its subsidiary legislations and applicable Code(s). Distribution Connection The Retailer and the DR shall liaise with the Transporter on the connection point at the property boundary, the work schedule, the location of the Meter Installation within the consumer’s premises and other related matters throughout the entire project until commissioning. The DR is responsible for the design, procurement, and construction of the Gas Installation from the GSIV to the appliance/equipment, excluding the Meter Installation, in accordance with the Gas Act and its subsidiary legislations and applicable Code(s). Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 7 2.4 Apply for Gas Admittance Transmission Connection The DR shall certify completion and successful testing of the Gas Fittings and the Meter Installation, where applicable. When the Gas Fittings, the Meter Installation and the site are ready to receive gas, the DR/applicant shall apply, through the Shipper, to the Transporter to connect and admit gas into the Gas Fittings up to the Meter Installation, where applicable, by submitting the following form: • Form GT2 - “Application for Admittance of Gas” The DR shall conduct the necessary proof test and complete Form GT3 “Certificate of Proof Test” prior to the Transporter interim admittance of gas into the Gas Fitting up to the Meter Installation. The Transporter shall carry out gas admittance from the GSIV up to the Meter Installation. Upon successful interim admittance of gas, the Transporter shall issue the “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas”. Thereafter, the DR shall proceed to purge and commission the Gas Fittings up to the Meter Installation, where applicable. The Transporter shall issue the “Statement of Admittance of Gas” upon certification by the DR of successful purging and commissioning of the Gas Fittings up to the Meter Installation. The owner of Meter Installation shall liaise with the Applicant/DR and the Shipper to purge the Meter Installation. Distribution Connection The DR shall certify completion and successful testing of the Gas Installation. When the Gas Installation is ready to receive gas, the DR/applicant shall apply, through the Retailer, to the Transporter to connect and admit gas into the Gas Installation up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation by submitting the following form: • Form GD2 - “Application for Admittance of Gas” The DR shall conduct the necessary proof test and submit the completed Form GD3 “Certificate of Proof Test” and request for interim admittance of gas immediately prior to the Transporter connecting the Gas Installation to the gas pipeline network and admitting gas into the Gas Installation up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation. Upon successful interim admittance of gas, the Transporter shall issue the “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas”. Thereafter, the DR shall proceed to purge and commission the Gas Installation up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 8 The Transporter shall issue the “Statement of Admittance of Gas” upon certification by the DR of successful purging and commissioning of the Gas Installation up to the Meter Installation. 2.5 Apply for Supply and Gas Turn On The applicant shall liaise with the Shipper/Retailer to carry out gas turn-on when the installation/equipment and the site are ready to receive gas. Transmission Connection Where the Meter Installation is owned by the Transporter, the Applicant/DR shall submit Form GT4 “Authorisation to Turn on Gas Meter Control Valve” to instruct the Transporter to open the Gas Meter Control Valve for gas turn-on from the Meter Installation to the appliances/equipment. For purging of the Meter Installation and gas turn on, the Shipper shall nominate for gas flow in accordance to Gas Network Code. Distribution Connection The Retailer shall carry out gas turn-on from the Meter Installation up to the appliances/equipment. The applicant is advised to refer to the Retailer’s Handbook on Gas Supply for the latest procedures. A summary of the procedures is shown below. • The DR shall: • certify completion and successful testing of the Consumer’s Internal Pipe; and • apply to the Retailer for connection and gas turn-on up to the appliances/equipment when the Consumer’s Internal Pipe is ready to receive gas. • The Retailer shall: • ensure appropriate tests, before and after the installation of the meter, are performed on the gas installation from and including the meter to the gas appliance before the as supply is turned on at the relevant Gas Meter Control Valve; • arrange for the connection of the Consumer’s Internal Pipe to the outlet of the Meter Installation thereafter; and • issue the “Statement of Turn-on of gas” to the applicant. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure 3. Guidelines for Other Applications 3.1 Apply for Replacement, Addition & Alteration Works Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 9 Any application for replacement of, or addition or alteration to, the gas installation or gas fitting located from the GSIV to (and including) the Meter Installation, where applicable, shall be made by the applicant through the Shipper/Retailer to the Transporter’s email address in Section 1.5. 3.2 Apply for Disconnection An application to disconnect a gas installation or gas fitting from a gas pipeline network shall be made by the responsible person to the Transporter in the following instances: • When the gas supply to the premises has been discontinued; or • When the supply of gas is no longer required; or • When the premised are undergoing renovation or demolition and gas supply has to be disconnected for safety reasons. Any application for the disconnection of the gas installation or gas fitting shall be made to the Transporter’s email address in Section 1.5. 3.3 Apply for Re-connection Any application for the re-connection of the gas installation or gas fitting shall be made to the gas transporter only when the applicant has rectified the defects on the gas installation/fitting. The application should be made through the Shipper/Retailer via the Transporter’s Portal. The Transporter shall respond to the Shipper/Retailer on the outcome of the application within 14 days from the date of receipt of the application. 3.4 Other Applications The applicant is advised to consult with the Transporter if it has a request for gas connection that has not been covered in the procedures above. The applicant shall send its request to the Transporter’s email address in Section 1.5. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 10 4. Charges 4.1 Connection Policy The cost to connect a customer’s gas installation or gas fitting to the Transporter’s gas pipeline network varies from case-to-case, due to the proximity of the customer’s location and the cost of the materials and services required for the gas connection. Where possible, the Transporter will envisage to propose the most cost-effective connection to the applicant. 4.2 Connection Charge The connection charge payable for all gas connection applications is the sum of the project cost less the deductible cost, subject to a minimum connection charge of zero. The description of each of the cost components are shown below. (1) Project cost All costs related to the provision of gas connection from the Transporter’s gas pipeline network to the GSIV, including the Meter Installation (where applicable). (2) Deductible cost The Transporter’s investment value based on the committed gas demand from the applicant for the new gas connection. For distribution connections, the investment value is derived based on the net present value of the 5-Year revenue of the average consumption for each consumption category (see Appendix 8). For transmission connections, the connection charges are calculated individually on a case-bycase basis. In addition, a Last Mile Connection Charge (“LMCC”) will be levied to recover the cost of the “last mile” connection of the gas installation to the GSIV from the applicant. The natural gas transmission/distribution connection deductible cost, LMCC and unit rates used in the determination of the transmission/distribution pipeline estimated capital investment shall be reviewed and adjusted when deemed necessary by the Transporter. The Transporter reserves the right to review the connection charge paid for any new connection and seek reimbursement for the first 5 years under-recovered revenue from the Shipper/Retailer if the actual gas consumption after 5 years of operation is more than 10% below the projected gas demand declared during application. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 11 5. Unauthorised Connection and Supply of Gas In accordance with the Gas Act, any person who: • lays or causes to be laid gas pipe or fitting to connect to the gas network belonging to or managed by the Transporter without consent of the Transporter; • fraudulently abstracts, uses or consumes the supply of gas; • tempers any gas meter shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine or imprisonment, or both. The Transporter may disconnect the premises of, or the gas retailer may discontinue supply of gas to the premises of, the person. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 12 6. Appendices Appendix 1 – Demarcation of responsibility Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 2 – Transmission Connection Flow Chart Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 13 Start Responsible person applies for connection through Shipper via e-Business portal • Form GT1 • Connection Point Plan • Customer Project Data Information Is there sufficient existing pipeline capacity? No Shipper may request for issuance of Open Season Invitation Yes Upon approval by EMA, Transporter issue quotation within 21 days, with the following information: • Connection charge • Project lead time Has Shipper paid connection charge? No Works shall not commence. If connection quotation expires, Responsible person to apply for connection again. Yes Project confirmed • Transporter commences permit application, procurement and construction • Consumer engages PE and commence design, procurement and construction • Shipper liaises with consumer and Transporter on the project • Shipper applies for transmission network offtake in accordance with GNC. a Yes Is Transporter building the Meter Installation? No b Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 2 – Transmission Connection Flow Chart (Cont’d) Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 14 a b Transporter designs and constructs Meter Installation PE designs and constructs Gas Fitting and Meter Installation Gas Fitting and Meter Installation and site ready to receive gas Gas Fitting and Meter Installation and site ready to receive gas PE applies for gas admittance • Form GT2 PE applies for gas admittance • Form GT2 PE conducts proof test immediately prior to gas admittance • Form GT3 PE conducts proof test immediately prior to gas admittance • Form GT3 Transporter issues “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas” and PE proceed to purge and commission up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation Transporter issues “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas” and PE proceed to purge and commission up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation Transporter purges and commissions Meter Installation Transporter issues “Statement of Admittance of Gas” Transporter issues “Statement of Admittance of Gas” Consumer instruct Transporter to open Gas Meter Control Valve for gas turn on • Form GT4 Consumer proceed to perform gas turn on End Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 3 – Transmission Connection Application Forms Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 15 S/No. Form No. Description 1 GT1 Application for Gas Transmission Connection 2 GT2 Application for Admittance of Gas 3 GT3 Certificate of Proof Test 4 GT4 Authorisation to Turn On Gas Meter Control Valve Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 4 – Distribution Connection Flow Chart Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 16 Start Responsible person applies for connection through a Retailer • Form GD1 • Connection Point Plan Transporter notifies Retailer within 14 days, applicable connection charge, lead time and other relevant information Has Retailer paid connection charge? Yes No Works shall not commence. If connection quotation expires, Responsible person to apply for connection again. Project confirmed • Transporter commences permit application, procurement and construction • Retailer liaises with consumer/DR and Transporter on the project • Retailer’s appointed Shipper applies for distribution network offtake in accordance with GNC. • DR designs and constructs gas installation from GSIV to Meter Installation a Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 4 – Distribution Connection Flow Chart (Cont’d) Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 17 a Gas Installation up to the Metering Installation and the site ready to receive gas DR/ Consumer applies for gas admittance • Form GD2 DR conducts proof test immediately prior to gas admittance • Form GD3 Transporter issues “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas” and DR proceed to purge and commission up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation Transporter issues “Statement of Admittance of Gas” End During Gas Turn-on, where applicable, the Retailer may authorise the Transporter to operate the Meter Control Valve via Form GD4 Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 5 – Distribution Connection Application Forms Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 18 S/No. Form No. Description 1 GD1 Application for Gas Distribution Connection 2 GD2 Application for Admittance of Gas 3 GD3 Certificate of Proof Test 4 GD4 Authorisation to Turn On Gas Meter Control Valve Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 6 – Reference Rates for Transmission Project Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 19 This sets out a non-exhaustive list of the main cost drivers and the corresponding unit rates used in the estimation of the capital investment for a new transmission pipeline. For the avoidance of doubt, the information set out here is provided solely for reference only and is subject to changes in actual contract rates. S/No. Description Size 1 2 3 Laying of underground steel pipeline ($/m) Boring and installation of concrete pipe sleeve Pipe jacking and pipeline ($/m) Construction of jacking and receiving pit ($/pair) Unit Rate ($) excl. GST Unit Rate ($) incl. 9% GST 300mm 6,200 6,758 - 8,500 9,265 - 1,013,000 1,104,170 4 Installation of underground valve ($/set) 300mm 315,000 343,350 5 6 Electrical and Instrumentation Hot tapping works Installation of surveillance system, SCADA RTU and Security RTU ($/set) Tee-off from existing 700mm dia pipeline ($/job) - 787,000 857,830 300mm 177,000 192,930 Note: • The amount of LTA road opening charges may vary due to the scope of the transmission project. For better clarity, please refer to LTA’s website for the charging methodology for LTA road opening charges. • Figures may not reflect the full GST effect due to rounding. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 7 – Reference Rates for Distribution Project Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 20 This sets out a non-exhaustive list of the main cost drivers and the corresponding unit rates used in the estimation of the capital investment for a new distribution pipeline. For the avoidance of doubt, the information set out here is provided solely for reference only and is subject to changes in actual contract rates. S/N o. Description Size Unit Rate ($) excl. GST Unit Rate ($) incl. 9% GST 1 Supply and Laying of PE pipes and fittings ($/m) 315mm 860 938 2 Connection to existing pipes ($/job) 315mm 12,900 14,601 3 Installation of Valve ($/job) 300mm 7,800 8,502 4 Reinstatement of rigid pavement / concrete panel ($/m 2 ) 480 524 5 Milling and Patching of road (min 250m 2 ) ($/m 2 ) 31 34 Note: • The amount of LTA road opening charges may vary due to the scope of the transmission project. For better clarity, please refer to LTA’s website for the charging methodology for LTA road opening charges. • Figures may not reflect the full GST effect due to rounding. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 21 Appendix 8 – Deductible Component for Natural Gas Distribution Connection (wef 1 Apr 24) c = Consumption per Annum (MMBtu) Distribution connection within JIT ($) Distribution connection outside JIT ($) c ≤ 5,000 nil nil 5,000 < c ≤ 15,000 80,000 185,000 15,000 < c ≤ 25,000 160,000 365,000 25,000 < c ≤ 35,000 235,000 550,000 35,000 < c ≤ 45,000 315,000 735,000 45,000 < c ≤ 55,000 395,000 915,000 55,000 < c ≤ 65,000 475,000 1,100,000 65,000 < c ≤ 75,000 550,000 1,285,000 75,000 < c ≤ 85,000 630,000 1,465,000 85,000 < c ≤ 95,000 710,000 1,650,000 95,000 < c ≤ 105,000 790,000 1,835,000 105,000 < c ≤ 115,000 865,000 2,015,000 115,000 < c ≤ 125,000 945,000 2,200,000 125,000 < c ≤ 135,000 1,025,000 2,385,000 135,000 < c ≤ 145,000 1,105,000 2,565,000 145,000 < c ≤ 155,000 1,180,000 2,750,000 155,000 < c ≤ 165,000 1,260,000 2,935,000 Beyond 165,000 1,295,000 2,970,000
Media Release - Singapore Power Completes 20 Good Deeds For 20th Anniversaryhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/dam/spgroup/wcm/connect/spgrp/da242335-1441-4d4b-a6b6-90a9bc861d91/%5B20160122%5D+Media+Release+-+Singapore+Power+Completes+20+Good+Deeds+For+20th+Anniversary.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CVID=
22 January 2016 News Release For immediate release SINGAPORE POWER COMPLETES 20 GOOD DEEDS FOR 20 TH ANNIVERSARY Singapore, 22 January 2016 – Singapore Power (SP) today completed 20 Good Deeds, a campaign of staff-led community service projects launched to commemorate the company‟s 20 th anniversary. Launched in April last year, SP staff carried out 20 projects that benefited the community. This week, more than 350 SP volunteers assembled 3,150 bags of daily essential food items for underprivileged families. In just one afternoon, they reached more than 3,000 families from 12 voluntary welfare organisations. This Power Packs project was led entirely by SP staff volunteers or Heart Workers. Besides time and effort to acquire, assemble and distribute the Power Packs in their own vehicles, SP staff also donated to the cost of purchasing the food items, totalling $63,000. With the completion of the Power Packs initiative, SP has successfully achieved its target of 20 Good Deeds, contributing more than 6,000 volunteer hours for the Good Deeds. SP‟s „20 Good Deeds‟ covered a wide range of causes and activities, from the Love from the Stars charity gala dinner which raised close to $6.4 million, a „Gift of Power‟ of 200 free mobile device charging stations island-wide, to numerous outreach activities benefitting lowincome families, children with special needs, and the needy elderly. Singapore Power‟s Group CEO, Mr Wong Kim Yin, said, “Singapore Power would like to promote the spirit of sharing and caring for the needy. The 20 Good Deeds, during our 20 th Anniversary is Singapore Power‟s way of giving back to society and to help improve the quality of lives of needy Singaporeans. We are proud of SP staff, who have willingly and tirelessly given their time, effort and personal resources to drive and participate in these meaningful activities.” This is the second consecutive year that SP staff have organised the Power Packs project. With the Lunar New Year just around the corner, the packs are set to bring festive cheer to the beneficiaries. ### Media contacts: Andrew Ang, Corporate Affairs, Singapore Power DID: +65 6378 8231 Email: andrewang@singaporepower.com.sg About Singapore Power Singapore Power Group (SP) is a leading energy utility group in the Asia Pacific. It owns and operates electricity and gas transmission and distribution businesses in Singapore and Australia, and district cooling businesses in Singapore and China. More than 1.4 million industrial, commercial and residential customers in Singapore benefit from SP‟s world-class transmission, distribution and market support services. The networks in Singapore are amongst the most reliable and cost-effective worldwide. For more information, please visit www.singaporepower.com.sg. Issued by: Singapore Power Limited 10 Pasir Panjang Road #03-01 Mapletree Business City Singapore 117438 Co. Reg. No : 199406577N www.singaporepower.com.sg
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News Release SP GROUP ACQUIRES FIRST RENEWABLE ENERGY ASSETS IN CHINA THROUGH JOINT VENTURE WITH JINKO POWER Singapore, Shanghai, 11 May 2021 – SP Group (SP) and Jinko Power Technology Co. Ltd., (Jinko Power) signed a joint venture agreement to acquire and invest in renewable energy assets and to develop integrated energy solutions in China. The JV will be 60 per cent owned by SP Group and 40 per cent by Jinko Power. The JV will acquire an initial 102MWp of rooftop solar assets from Jinko Power in the Yangtze River Delta region that includes Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai. This is SP’s first acquisition of renewable energy assets in China, a key growth market for the company as it embarks on expanding its renewable and sustainable energy solutions footprint in the region. Jinko Power, listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, is one of the largest private solar players in China. It has two centralised control centres in Shanghai that operates 3.2GWp of solar installations across 20 provinces in China. Under the JV, Jinko Power and SP will commit to invest in and to develop renewable energy projects in China with the shared vision of becoming a leading player in integrated energy solutions, and to support China’s carbon neutral roadmap. Both parties will combine their respective strengths to develop an expanded portfolio of integrated sustainable energy solutions to meet the needs of customers and accelerate clean energy transformation in China. In April, SP Group also concluded two MOUs in China to explore collaboration opportunities in renewable energy, sustainable integrated energy solutions and Combined Cooling, Heating and Power (CCHP) projects. The MOUs were signed with Jiangsu Huadian Yizheng Gas Cogen Power Co.,Ltd, a subsidiary of China Huadian Corporation; and Chongqing Three Gorges Energy Investment Co. Ltd. , a wholly owned subsidiary of China Three Gorges (CTG) Corporation Ltd. China Huadian Corporation is one of the five largest state-owned power generation enterprises in China, and CTG is a world leader in the production of clean energy and renewable energy projects. 1 Internal SP Group’s China headquarters is in Shanghai, with three other offices in Chengdu, Chongqing and Guangzhou. -Ends- 2 Internal About SP Group SP Group is a leading utilities group in the Asia Pacific, enabling a low-carbon, smart energy future for its customers. It owns and operates electricity and gas transmission and distribution businesses in Singapore and Australia, and sustainable energy solutions in Singapore and China. As Singapore’s national grid operator, about 1.6 million industrial, commercial and residential customers benefit from its world-class transmission, distribution and market support services. These networks are amongst the most reliable and cost-effective world-wide. Beyond traditional utilities services, SP Group provides a suite of renewable and sustainable energy solutions including solar energy solutions, microgrids, cooling and heating systems for business districts and residential townships, electric vehicle fast charging and green digital energy management tools for customers in Singapore and the region. For more information, please visit spgroup.com.sg or follow us on Facebook at fb.com/SPGroupSG, on LinkedIn at spgrp.sg/linkedin and on Twitter @SPGroupSG. About Jinko Power Jinko Power is a well-known global IPP that develops, builds, finances, owns and operates solar power plants. The Company strives to make solar the most sustainable and competitive source of energy worldwide. As one of the largest private solar player in China, Jinko Power owns and connects about 3.2 GWp of solar projects. It is one of the most sizable winners of China's renowned Top Runner Program for two consecutive years. The Company also manages a large international portfolio of assets including the world's solar plant under construction. Leveraging proven record in winning competitive tenders through structuring cost-competitive and value accretion solutions, and highly experienced in-house project development, investment, financing and execution teams, Jinko Power is developing a global pipeline of more than 7,000 MW of projects in key markets including China, the Middle East, Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific. 3 Internal
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7 THE BUSINESS TIMES / WEEKEND / JULY 13-14, 2024 U P F R O N T SingHealth, SP Group tie up to roll out EV chargers across SingHealth institutions By Vivienne Tay vtay@sph.com.sg SINGHEALTH and SP Group have partnered to progressively install up to 300 electric vehicle (EV) charging points across SingHealth’s network of hospitals, specialty clinics, polyclinics and community hospitals by 2028. With Singapore’s largest public healthcare cluster making a push to become greener, the first batch of 12 EV chargers were launched at SingHealth Tower in the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) campus on Friday (Jul 12). Under the phased plan, more than 80 EV charging points across Sing- Health institutions will be up by the end of 2024. These include 10 fastcharging points which can power a car in 30 minutes. The chargers are available for use by staff and visitors of the institutions in the SingHealth cluster, said Sing- Health and SP Group in a joint statement. The initiative is part of SingHealth’s decarbonisation plan to reduce emissions and encourage sustainable practices in its operations. The announcement also comes as SingHealth launches an EV – the first one – to be used by its campus security team. The cluster is evaluating the suitability of other types of EVs for its campus fleet down the road. SingHealth, established in 2000, comprises five hospitals, five national specialty centres, 11 polyclinics and three community hospitals.
Media Release - Singapore Power Launches Electric Vehicle Trials To Test Grid Infrastructure Capabilityhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/dam/spgroup/wcm/connect/spgrp/d72cc9f9-91b1-44b0-bf2e-2779f0582ef5/%5B20120301%5D+Media+Release+-+Singapore+Power+Launches+Electric+Vehicle+Trials+To+Test+Grid+Infrastructure+Capability.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CVID=
1 March 2012 SINGAPORE POWER LAUNCHES ELECTRIC VEHICLE TRIALS TO TEST GRID INFRASTRUCTURE CAPABILITY 1 Singapore Power today launched its electric vehicle technology development initiative ‘EVs@SP’ to study the impact that electric vehicle charging can have on the electricity grid. Working closely with A*STAR, the Energy Market Authority (EMA) and industry partners, ‘EVs@SP’ is part of Singapore Power’s efforts to keep pace with technological trends, in order to continue serving a reliable supply of electricity to Singapore consumers. 2 Singapore Power will be introducing three electric Kangoos vehicles into its operating fleet with industry partner, Renault. The EV trials will facilitate the testing and evaluation of the threshold levels and the impact of EV’s integration on the power grid. Data collected would be important to ensure the resilience of the grid network to prepare for possible public adoption of EVs. 3 Mr Wong Kim Yin, Group Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Power said, “Delivering a reliable supply of electricity to our customers will always be our top priority. We must anticipate the potential effect that the adoption of EVs may have on the electricity network, to ensure that we can continue to deliver high reliability of power supply.” 4 The launch was symbolised by the handover of a Kangoo EV which was officiated jointly by Mr Wong Kim Yin, Group Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Power, Mr Lim Chuan Poh, Chairman, A*STAR, Mr Chee Hong Tat, Chief Executive, Energy Market Authority and Mr Andre Roy, Managing Director, Wearnes Automotive. 5 “The adoption of electric vehicles by Singapore Power is a step towards understanding and developing an intelligent and secure energy infrastructure for our future. A*STAR has keen interest to work closely with companies like Singapore Power to enhance Singapore’s smart grid value chain from R&D initiation to commercial testbedding and eventual technology adoption. Through such public-private partnerships to innovate energy solutions, Singapore’s fast emerging smart energy economy will be a key demonstrator for the global energy landscape”, said Mr Lim Chuan Poh, Chairman, A*STAR. 6 “We are proud to be a partner with SP PowerGrid in pioneering the use of Electric Vehicles in Singapore. We believe this is a big step towards innovation and to reduce carbon emissions for a sustainable environment. First to hit the roads will be a full-sized sedan that is practical for everyone with a very low running cost”, said Andre Roy, Group Managing Director, Wearnes Automotive Pte Ltd. 7 As a kickoff to the Electric Vehicle trials, SP PowerGrid, a member of Singapore Power Group, also signed Memoranda of Understanding with its technology partners in this test bed project - the Institute for Infocomm Research (A*STAR) for collaboration on research and development of smart grids and infrastructure security; Campus for Research and Technological Enterprise (Technology University of Munich) to develop innovative technologies and future transportation concepts related to Electric Vehicles; and Power Automation and Siemens on smart grid integration for charging of Electric Vehicles. -end- __________________________________________________________________ About Singapore Power Singapore Power Group (SP) is a leading energy utility group in the Asia Pacific. It owns and operates electricity and gas transmission and distribution businesses in Singapore and Australia. In Singapore, SP is the largest electricity and gas utility group, providing electricity and gas transmission and distribution, and market support services to over a million industrial and domestic customers. About the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) The Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is the lead agency for fostering world-class scientific research and talent for a vibrant knowledge-based and innovation-driven Singapore. A*STAR oversees 14 biomedical sciences and physical sciences and engineering research institutes, and six consortia & centres, located in Biopolis and Fusionopolis as well as their immediate vicinity. A*STAR supports Singapore's key economic clusters by providing intellectual, human and industrial capital to its partners in industry. It also supports extramural research in the universities, hospitals, research centres, and with other local and international partners. About Renault With more than 350 industrial and commercial sites and present in 118 countries, the Renault group designs, develops, manufactures and sells a broad range of innovative, safe and environmentally respectful vehicles. Renault pursues its strategy of profitable growth under the Renault, Dacia and Renault Samsung Motors brands. The Renault group employs 128 000 people worldwide, reported a net revenue of €38,971 millions in 2010 and has sold more than 2,7 million vehicles in 2011. About Wearnes Automotive Established in 1906, Wearnes Automotive Pte Ltd currently distributes and retails a range of premium passenger marques. The company operates in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. Wearnes Automotive is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SGX Mainboard-listed WBL Corporation Limited (Wearnes), an international conglomerate with businesses in technology, automotive, property and engineering & distribution. ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Singapore: Bentley, Bugatti, Infiniti, Jaguar, Land Rover, McLaren, Renault,Volvo Malaysia: BMW, Volkswagen, Volvo Thailand: Jaguar, Mazda, Volvo Indonesia: Bentley, Jaguar, Mazda Hong Kong: Renault, Volvo