In this episode of 'The Exec Exchange', host Piers Clark sits down with Mr Ong Tze-Ch’in, the Chief Executive of PUB Singapore, to explore his unique transition from a military career to leading Singapore’s water utility. They discuss PUB's extensive responsibilities, including water supply, wastewater treatment, and climate adaptation. Tze-Ch'in shares insights from his recent experience at COP29, focusing on water recycling efforts embodied by Singapore’s NEWater and the innovative NEWBrew beer. The conversation also delves into PUB's strategies to address climate crises and advice for future water sector leaders.
00:00 Introduction to The Exec Exchange 00:26 Meet Tze-Ch'in Ong: From Military to Water Sector 01:30 Overview of PUB Singapore 02:21 Singapore's Water Recycling and National Security 03:30 Insights from COP29 04:57 NEWater and New Brew: Innovations in Water Recycling 08:27 PUB's Climate Adaptation Strategies 13:23 Advice for Future Leaders 14:50 Conclusion and Farewell
