Singapore Reimagines Jurong Island as a Global Low-Carbon Testbed as it Celebrates its 25th Anniversary - CleanTechnica

Singapore’s Jurong Island, traditionally a petrochemical and refining hub, is celebrating its 25th anniversary by transforming into a global low-carbon testbed aimed at supporting the country’s energy transition. Originally developed to anchor multinational petrochemical companies and create an integrated chemicals value chain, Jurong Island now hosts over 100 global firms and remains central to Singapore’s manufacturing sector. However, facing global shifts such as declining petrochemical demand, stricter regulations on plastics, and increased scrutiny on industrial emissions, Singapore is pivoting the island toward specialty chemicals, sustainable materials, and next-generation fuels. Nearly 300 hectares have been allocated for new-energy infrastructure, including hydrogen production, ammonia storage, sustainable aviation fuel pathways, and advanced battery systems, signaling Jurong Island’s role as a platform for national decarbonization efforts. Key initiatives unveiled during the 25th anniversary include six new partnerships involving global companies, government agencies, universities, and climate-tech providers, focusing on proving and scaling low-carbon technologies under real