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The results of National Weather Study Project 2009 show that local teachers and students are keenly passionate on studying the impacts of climate change.
A total of 152 primary schools, secondary schools and junior colleges (about 42 percent of such schools) participated in the NWSP 2009 inter-school competition on climate change. They collectively submitted 235 projects, many of which were assessed by the NWSP Advisory Committee to be of high quality and innovative, while a few have potential for real-life application. At the NWSP 2009 Awards Presentation Ceremony held at Science Centre Singapore on 30 June 2009, 16 teams were recognised for their comprehensive efforts in studying how climate change impacts the environment and our lifestyle. Fourteen finalists received cash prizes ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 from Mr K. Shanmugam, Minister for Law & Second Minister for Home Affairs, who graced the occasion as the Guest-of-Honour. In presenting the awards, Mr Shanmugam said: "Climate change is a pertinent issue that potentially affects everyone, our economy and our way of life. Through NWSP 2009, the students have gained a deeper understanding of the key environmental issues. They will be our future green warriors in environmental protection." NWSP 2009 marks the first time that measurements taken from mini-weather stations installed in participating schools and fed into a central information repository called the Central Data Depository (CDD) were used by the students in their projects. The CDD contains a significant database that can be tapped for research and real-life applications by academic institutes and public sector entities. Prof Leo Tan, Chairman of NWSP Advisory Committee, said: "Through the years since the NWSP has been introduced, it is heartening to see the high level of continuing enthusiasm and interest shown by teachers and students in creating awareness of climate change. These students will hopefully go on to contribute towards creating a green environment for all." NWSP 2009 winners overseas showcase in Nuremburg, Germany
NWSP 2007 winners overseas showcase in Zurich, Switzerland
NWSP 2006 winners overseas showcase in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia |
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