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In reference to Board of Directors decision to expand covering the electrical appliances with the IECEE scheme: The products covered in this notification:
• Electrical cooking equipment
• Coffee makers
• Electric Oil Fryers
• Electric pumps from 5Hp or less for all use
• Video game consoles and accessories
• Electrical cable
• Shaving devices
• Electrical circuit breakers
• Desktop computer
• Charger cables for mobile phones

In reference to Board of Directors decision to expand covering electrical appliances with the IECEX scheme: The products covered in this notification:
• Junction Box
• Control Box
• Linear lighting
• Plugs and Sockets
• Pumps
• Gas Detectors and Gas Detection Systems

Technical Regulation for simple pressure vessels: This regulation specifies the following:
Terms and Definitions, Scope, Objectives, Supplier Obligations, Labelling, Conformity Assessment Procedures, Responsibilities of Regulatory Authorities, Responsibilities of Market Surveillance Authorities, Violations and Penalties, General Provisions, Transitional Provisions, Appendix (lists of standards , HS code, safety and health requirements, Conformity Assessment Forms (Type 1a & 3) and Supplier Declaration of Conformity Form) .

Technical Regulation for Tanks – Part 2 Gas Products Transportation Tanks: This regulation specifies the following:
Terms and Definitions, Scope, Objectives, Supplier Obligations, Labelling, Conformity Assessment Procedures, Responsibilities of Regulatory Authorities, Responsibilities of Market Surveillance Authorities, Violations and Penalties, General Provisions, Transitional Provisions, Appendix (lists of standards , HS codes, Conformity Assessment Forms (Type 1a) and Supplier Declaration of Conformity Form)

Technical Regulation of Hydrogen Vehicles: This regulation specifies the following:
Terms and Definitions, Scope, Objectives, Supplier Obligations, Labelling, Conformity Assessment Procedures, Responsibilities of Regulatory Authorities, Responsibilities of Market Surveillance Authorities, Violations and Penalties, General Provisions, Transitional Provisions, Appendix (lists of standards , HS code, Hydrogen Component List, safety requirements, Conformity Assessment Forms (Type 1a &) and Supplier Declaration of Conformity Form) .

Environmental Protection and Management (Amendment) Bill: his notification is to inform Members that Singapore/NEA proposes to enact new legislation for refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) equipment (as specified in item 4) that use high Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants, and are supplied or for sale in Singapore. The criterion and specifications (e.g. capacity and usage) of the goods to be regulated will be stipulated in the Subsidiary Legislations. (...)

Rationale: HFCs are greenhouse gases with high GWP and are commonly used as refrigerants in household, commercial and industrial RAC applications. The imposition of maximum GWP levels will facilitate industry's switch to low-GWP refrigerants and reduce reliance on high-GWP refrigerants, thereby lowering emissions of greenhouse gases; Protection of the environment

Environmental Protection and Management Act (Amendment of Second Schedule) Order 2021: NEA is proposing the following enhancements to the control of lead in paints: (...)

Lead is a cumulative toxicant that poses serious risks to the environment and human health. The exposure to lead can be from occupational and environmental sources (i.e. via inhalation of lead particles and/or ingestion of lead-contaminated dust, water and food) . According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), paint producers have increasingly eliminated the use of intentionally-added lead additives in their paints for architectural and industrial applications. Many countries like the United States, Canada, Philippines and India have adopted the 90 ppm total lead concentration limit, in line with the recommendation from UNEP. As part of NEA's efforts to further protect our environment and public health, NEA reviewed the current control of lead in paints considering the technological developments in the paint industry and control measures implemented by other countries, and is proposing to enhance the control of lead in paints.

Annex - Draft Public Utilities (Water Supply) (Amendment) Regulations 2021: Singapore's Mandatory Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (MWELS) was introduced in 2009 to help consumers make more informed purchasing decisions and encourage suppliers to introduce more water-efficient products into the market. Currently, the MWELS covers water fittings and appliances such as taps and mixers, dual-flush low capacity flushing cisterns, urinal flush valves, waterless urinals, household washing machines and dishwashers. It is mandatory for suppliers and retailers to obtain the relevant water efficiency registration and labels for their products, before they are allowed to be supplied or offered, advertised or displayed for sale and installation in Singapore. (...)

Annex - Draft Public Utilities (Water Supply) (Amendment) Regulations 2021: Under Singapore's Mandatory Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (MWELS), minimum water efficiency requirements have been mandated for commonly used water fittings and appliances since 2009, with a view to helping consumers make informed purchasing decisions, and encouraging suppliers to introduce more water-efficient products into the market. (...)

Water consumption in the non-domestic sector accounts for about 45% of total water use in Singapore, and is estimated to increase to about 60% in the long term. To promote water conservation in the non-domestic sector, Singapore currently adopts a range of measures such as the mandatory submission of Water Efficiency Management Plans for large water users, incentive schemes to facilitate water efficiency projects, as well as the publication of water efficiency benchmarks and best practice guides. However, more regulatory measures are needed to make further progress in water conservation and ensure sustainable water use in the non-domestic sector. Therefore, minimum water efficiency requirements will be mandated on the abovementioned three types of commonly used commercial appliances. Only models that meet the minimum water efficiency requirements will be allowed to be offered, displayed or advertised for sale or supply in Singapore.

Energy Conservation (Regulated Goods and Registered Suppliers) (Amendment No. 2) Regulations 2021: Singapore's Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) was introduced in 2011 to raise the average energy efficiency of regulated goods such as air-conditioners, clothes dryers, lamps, refrigerators, and televisions in the market. (...)

Revising the MEPS for refrigerators, clothes dryers and air-conditioners will allow the least energy efficient models of these appliances to be removed from the market over time, thereby increasing the adoption of more energy efficient appliances. This is intended to reduce household energy consumption and contribute to Singapore's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions arising from the use of these appliances. By raising the average energy efficiency of household appliances, we avoid a situation where consumers continue to bear the high energy costs that result from operating energy inefficient appliances.