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Singapore

Overview

AttributeValue
SSS Relevance⭐ Low
Market TypeLiberalized
Key Clean ResourcesSolar (limited), Imported electricity
EAC SystemI-REC, TIGRs
Grid Carbon Intensity~400-450 gCO2/kWh

Singapore has a gas-dominated grid with limited renewable resources due to its small land area. No nuclear or significant hydro exists. The country is exploring regional electricity imports from neighbors.

SSS Relevance

⭐ Low — Singapore has minimal SSS potential:

  • No nuclear (studying feasibility)
  • No hydro (no rivers)
  • Gas-dominated (~95% natural gas)
  • Limited solar due to land constraints

SSS-Eligible Resources

Resource TypeCapacity/OutputSSS Classification
Nuclear0 MW❌ Not available
Hydro0 MW❌ Not available

Note: Singapore is exploring regional interconnections (e.g., Malaysia, Indonesia) for imported clean electricity.

Market Structure

Regulator: Energy Market Authority (EMA)

Market Model: Liberalized wholesale market (NEMS); retail competition for all customers.

Grid Operator: Energy Market Company (EMC)

Major Generators:

  • YTL PowerSeraya, Senoko Energy, Tuas Power, Keppel Electric

EAC Infrastructure

Primary Systems:

  • I-REC: Used for solar and regional renewable claims
  • TIGRs: APX TIGRs for international tracking
AttributeDetails
I-REC IssuerVarious
ScopeRenewables

Emissions Factors

SourceValueUse Case
Singapore Grid Average~400-450 gCO2/kWhLocation-based Scope 2
EMA Published FactorsAnnual updatesOfficial reporting

Data Sources