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Media Coverage Catch the latest news on SP All Years 26 Mar 2025 SP Group donates S$700,000 to St Andrew's Autism Centre Source: The Business Times © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 25 Mar 2025 SP Group donates $700,000 to uplift employability of youths with autism Source: Lianhe Zaobao © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 25 Mar 2025 SP Group donates $700,000 to support youths with autism and their caregivers Source: Shin Min Daily News © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 14 Mar 2025 Seven buildings in Tampines begin using shared cooling system Source: The Straits Times © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 14 Mar 2025 New distributed cooling network in Tampines helps buildings to cut emissions Source: Lianhe Zaobao © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 14 Mar 2025 Tampines becomes first town centre retrofitted with sustainable distributed district cooling system Source: Berita Harian © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 14 Mar 2025 7 buildings in Tampines begin using shared cooling system Source: Tamil Murasu © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 25 Feb 2025 First Six EV chargers in Tengah launched, up to 32 ready by end-2025 Source: The Straits Times © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 25 Feb 2025 First batch of EV chargers at Tengah launched, powering green mobility Source: Lianhe Zaobao © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 25 Feb 2025 First six EV chargers installed In Tengah Source: Berita Harian © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction. 1 ... 5 6 7 ... 49
Reliabilityhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/about-us/media-resources/energy-hub/reliability/protecting-our-underground-network
SP Energy HubAnnual ReportReliabilitySustainabilityInnovation Protecting Our Underground Network RELIABILITY Principal Engineer James Ou and his team conduct checks on worksites to ensure electricity cables and gas pipes are not compromised. When a patrol officer from SP Group’s Earthworks Surveillance & Patrolling (ESP) section pulled up at a Whampoa West construction worksite in November last year, what he did not expect to find was an excavated trench right over one of SP’s 230kV transmission cables – and a water pipe laid above it. The checks by ESP had uncovered the non-compliance of a contractor who was not following the approved plans they submitted to SP previously. Beyond the works themselves, leaks, condensation or breaks in the water pipe could pose a threat to the high voltage electricity cable below, and cause a power outage. SP’s critical electricity cables and gas pipes – networks spanning 11,500km and over 28,000km respectively – are buried underground. At the same time, across Singapore, there are always ongoing works for various construction projects. “That is why we carefully manage and monitor all excavation works – it minimises the risk of an electricity disruption or a gas leak,” explained Principal Engineer, James Ou, who heads ESP and oversees a team of almost 60. Detect and protect: Technical officer Mohamed Saiful Matsaid (left) uses a cable locator to detect electricity cables hidden underground as Principal Engineer James Ou (right) marks out the path of the cable. Mr Ou, who is 36 and studied electrical engineering, joined SP in 2008. He worked in electricity operations and maintenance before assuming his current role in November 2017. Now, he prevents problems instead of fixing them. In the case mentioned, the contractor of another organisation had conducted unauthorised work. Timely intervention averted damage, but the site’s Registered Excavator Operator was still suspended from excavation work for three months. The Energy Market Authority also took action against the contractor. Damage control: When contractors do not comply with requirements, Earthworks Surveillance and Patrol officers will issue a “stop-work” order. The incident highlights the critical role SP’s compliance officers play in keeping Singapore’s electricity and gas supply humming – especially against its booming construction landscape. Despite the acronym, the ESP team doesn’t rely on a sixth sense to warn them of danger. Instead they enforce stringent requirements, as well as rigorous and frequent checks on every worksite. 15 patrol officers in the team of close to 60 Earthworks Surveillance and Patrol Officers cover a total distance of 360,000km – or nine trips around the earth – each year. That’s an average of 135 worksites a single patroller visits each month, said Mr Ou. Checks are frequent – for sites close to gas pipes, checks are conducted daily. For transmission cables over 66kV, checks are conducted three times a week. There are many bases to cover. All contractors need to submit a notice of commencement of earthworks (NCE) seven days before they are scheduled to begin. They are also briefed on precautions and mitigation measures onsite by ESP officers. SP is also consulted on high-risk earthwork sites to ensure nothing is missed. This minimises the risk of damage.   During site meetings conducted by ESP officers, all requirements are covered, and SP patrollers ensure they are followed. Senior officers like Mr Ou will also join patrols or attend briefings to ensure contractors get clear and complete guidance. Part of the team: SP Earthworks Surveillance and Patrol officers join site briefings and guide contractors and workmen on how to best to protect critical cables and underground pipes during works. Most contractors do take compliance seriously, says Mr Ou. “Sometimes, it is subcontractors that just don’t know the procedures, or shift the location of their work, and it poses a risk,” he said. The team’s diligent checks and contractors’ compliance with regulations minimises that risk. This protects both our critical infrastructure and the workers at these sites. Getting the job done right requires a “high-trust” environment, and the same openness and teamwork demanded by sports, says Mr Ou, who plays football in an amateur league on weekends. He also conducts monthly huddles with his team, and encourages all officers regardless of rank to speak freely if they have suggestions or spot anything amiss. “I recognise it is important to have each other’s back when working on something critical, and to come together as a team. “Everyone has a part to play and can add value.” — 11 July 2019 TAGS PEOPLE OF SPRELIABILITY YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED TO READ Ground feedback, digital tools: How she helps 8,000 workers end their day safely Faster repairs, fewer disruptions: Meet the innovative teams using smart tech to keep your piped gas supply flowing Engineer, 27, shares how she is undaunted by male-dominated energy industry & climbs the ranks
Category: Reliability
Average-Electricity-Consumption--kWh-_Dec-23-to-Nov-24.xlsxhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/dam/spgroup/docs/our-services/utilities/tariff-information/Average-Electricity-Consumption--kWh-_Dec-23-to-Nov-24.xlsx
Consumption_Elect Average consumption of Electricity (kWh) Premises Types Dec-23 Jan-24 Feb-24 Mar-24 Apr-24 May-24 Jun-24 Jul-24 Aug-24 Sep-24 Oct-24 Nov-24 HDB 1-Room 135 126 126 132 150 152 149 140 151 148 139 142 HDB 2-Room 176 164 167 173 199 199 195 183 198 192 183 186 HDB 3-Room 247 236 241 250 292 285 277 264 283 277 266 266 HDB 4-Room 342 321 330 342 398 396 383 360 385 381 363 365 HDB 5-Room 401 367 381 399 463 466 448 416 447 446 427 429 HDB Executive 478 456 474 489 575 568 544 515 546 548 520 523 Apartment 483 430 435 486 578 573 543 500 513 539 523 519 Terrace 804 740 794 821 957 900 872 838 847 885 851 851 Semi-Detached 1,065 1,019 1,038 1,109 1,254 1,224 1,170 1,128 1,126 1,168 1,137 1,141 Bungalow 2,075 2,106 1,951 2,146 2,432 2,360 2,266 2,220 2,121 2,347 2,192 2,190 Note: The figures exclude electricity consumption for PAYU customers and customers who are not purchasing electricity at the regulated tariff.
Singapore Power Inks S$4 Million Accelerator Agreement With Infocomm Investmentshttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/about-us/media-resources/news-and-media-releases/Singapore-Power-Inks-S-4-Million-Accelerator-Agreement-With-Infocomm-Investments
Media Release Singapore Power Inks S$4 Million Accelerator Agreement With Infocomm Investments Asia’s First Utility-led Programme to Draw Global Start-ups for Energy Solutions Singapore, 25 February 2016 – Singapore Power (SP) and Infocomm Investments Pte Ltd (IIPL) has entered into an agreement to set up Spark Accelerator Pte Ltd, a joint venture partnership, to promote and accelerate the growth of start-ups in the energy sector. Spark Accelerator is the first utility-led accelerator in Asia and will invest up to S$4 million to discover entrepreneurs and start-ups with innovative solutions to meet the future energy needs of customers. They will drive next-generation ideas in energy efficiency, mobility, cyber-security and on-demand customer services. Through Spark Accelerator, SP will invest S$30,000 in each start-up in return for a six per cent equity stake, and provide them with complimentary working space at BASH, Singapore’s largest start-up co-working space. Start-ups can leverage the expertise and network of SP, which brings world-class network reliability to 1.4 million industrial, commercial, and residential customers. SP will provide start-ups with access to industry insights, product experts and market network to develop and validate their business propositions. They will also gain from IIPL’s venture capital ecosystem of mentors and investors to grow their business and solutions. SP aims to groom up to 30 start-ups through Spark Accelerator. SP’s Group CEO, Mr Wong Kim Yin, said, “Singapore Power is committed to continuous innovation to meet future needs of energy customers through integrated solutions that will improve quality of life.” Spark Accelerator is the latest SP initiative to promote innovation in the energy industry. In April 2015, SP, supported by Singapore’s Economic Development Board, launched a S$30 million Centre of Excellence to drive the innovation and commercialisation of next-generation energy network technologies. Dr Alex Lin, Head of IIPL, said, “Spark Accelerator reflects IIPL’s continued efforts to develop Singapore’s start-up eco-system. With our proven successes in the acceleration model, this accelerator will allow us to nurture start-ups with innovative solutions in and out of Singapore to capture opportunities in the energy sector. With SP as a partner, Spark Accelerator will value add to the start-up’s growth journey and allow them to quickly develop their business and solutions.” Entrepreneurs and start-ups can find out more about the Spark Accelerator programme at www.spark-accelerator.com. Applications open Q2 2016 and the first accelerator programme is targeted to start Q3 2016. About Singapore Power Singapore Power Group (SP) is a leading energy utility group in the Asia Pacific. It owns and operates electricity and gas transmission and distribution businesses in Singapore and Australia, and district cooling businesses in Singapore and China. More than 1.4 million industrial, commercial and residential customers in Singapore benefit from SP’s world-class transmission, distribution and market support services. The networks in Singapore are amongst the most reliable and cost-effective worldwide. For more information, please visit www.singaporepower.com.sg. About IIPL Infocomm Investments Pte Ltd (IIPL) builds and invests in Singapore and global infocomm technology start-ups. Managing a fund size of more than US$200 million, it accelerates the development of start-ups in their formative phase, and invests further as they grow and expand. Through its investments, partnerships with stakeholders across private and public sectors, and global reach, IIPL plays a central role in building a vibrant and sustainable ecosystem in Singapore for start-ups to flourish. IIPL is a wholly-owned investment subsidiary of the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore. For more information, visit www.infocomminvestments.com or follow @iipl on Twitter.
Facebook and WhatsApp Service Disruptionhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/about-us/media-resources/news-and-media-releases/Facebook-and-WhatsApp-Service-Disruption
Media Advisory Facebook and WhatsApp Service Disruption Singapore, 14 March 2019 – There are reports that Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram users around the world were not able to access these apps from Wednesday, 13 March. (See news report: Channel News Asia) For customers who submitted their meter readings via WhatsApp since 5pm on Wednesday 13 March 2019 (Singapore time) and did not receive an official WhatsApp acknowledgement message from SP Group, please re-send your readings through our other channels: SP Utilities mobile app Online on the Utilities Portal Automated Phone System 1800 2222 333. Customers can key in their consumption without the need to speak to a call agent. Email customerreading@spgroup.com.sg   We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding
-20230915--The-Business-Times---Labrador-Tower-set-to-showcase-SP-Groups-green-digital-energy-prowess-Opinion--Features.pdfhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/dam/spgroup/pdf/media-coverage/2023/-20230915--The-Business-Times---Labrador-Tower-set-to-showcase-SP-Groups-green-digital-energy-prowess-Opinion--Features.pdf
BRUNCH Labrador Tower set to showcase SP Group’s green, digital energy prowess Kalpana Rashiwala Published Fri, Sep 15, 2023 · 5:00 pm The thermal storage tank will be in the basement of the office tower of the Labrador Tower development. PHOTO: SP GROUP THE air-conditioning system in SP Group’s Labrador Tower, an of ce-and-retail project, is expected to be about 50 per cent more energy-ef cient than a conventional air-con system. The energy savings will be achieved through the use of underground thermal-energy storage, a microclimate control system and hybrid active chilled beams. SP Group expects to complete Labrador Tower in mid-2024. It will be near Labrador Park MRT station and a nature reserve. The thermal storage tank will be in the basement of the of ce tower. Installing such a system optimises energy ef ciency for commercial buildings because they are used heavily in the day and are vacant overnight. Cold water generated by the chiller plant at night is stored in the thermal tank and re-used to cool the building in the day, noted Surbana Jurong Group, the architect for the Labrador Tower project. Surbana Jurong also undertook the mechanical, civil and structural engineering works for the project; among other roles, it worked closely with SP Group to develop Labrador Tower’s sustainability goals. “Re-using the cold water from the storage tank allows asset owners to right-size the chiller plant and cooling towers and run the air-conditioning consistently, at optimal load for better ef ciency. The space is then freed up for other commercial uses for a higher rental yield,” Surbana Jurong said. It added that a thermal storage tank is most suitable for commercial buildings. It will not bene t residential buildings, which have a higher load at night. The microclimate control system for Labrador Tower will use SP Group’s Green Energy Tech digital-energy solution. This self-learning building-intelligence system utilises arti cial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT) to optimise and regulate air-conditioning and maximise energy ef ciency. The technology’s predictive intelligence works together with sensors and smart dampers to take into account, for example, the number of people in the building and the weather, to optimise air- ow to cool areas evenly. The system therefore enhances occupants’ comfort while maximising energy and operational ef ciency. The hybrid active system of chilled beams to be incorporated into Labrador Tower does away with the motors or fans of conventional air-conditioning systems. Chilled water produced by SP Group’s design-patented chillers is delivered directly to the ceilings of the of ce space, cooling the air there by induction and forced convection, thus saving energy. Stanley Huang, group chief executive of cer of SP Group, said: “Leveraging our established suite of sustainable and digital-energy solutions, Labrador Tower has achieved the Green Mark Platinum Super-Low Energy certi cation from the Building and Construction Authority. This serves as a blueprint for similar mixed-use developments seeking higher energy ef ciency.” Under this certi cation, the project targets to deliver energy savings of at least 60 per cent, compared with 2005 Green Mark benchmarks.
SIPG-Training-Calendar-2023-Oct-Dec.pdfhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/dam/spgroup/pdf/resources/training/SIPG-Training-Calendar-2023-Oct-Dec.pdf
SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF POWER AND GAS TRAINING CALENDAR OCT - DEC 2023 No. Course Code Course Title Duration (hr) Mode of Delivery Course Fee (1) Course Fee (after Funding) (2) (3) PDU (6) Click to download outline Upcoming Schedule 1 EFD02 Essential Test Instruments for Low Voltage 7 Face-to-Face $700 N.A. 4 Download 25 Oct 2 ENO39 Electrical Testing & Inspection for Non-licensed Electrical Installation 7 Face-to-Face $700 N.A. 7 Download 2 Nov 3 EPG03 Process Control & Monitoring of Power & Process Plants 14 Face-to-Face $1,400 $420 12 Download 25 - 26 Oct 4 EPG05 Power Plant Reliability 14 Face-to-Face $1,400 $420 Pending Download 20 - 21 Nov 5 EPG06 Power Plant Efficiency 14 Face-to-Face $1,400 $420 Pending Download 6 - 7 Dec 6 ERG01 SS638 Code of Practice for Electrical Installations 14 Face-to-Face $700 $210 13 Download 17 - 18 Oct 7 ERG04 An Overview of Transmission Code 7 Face-to-Face $800 N.A. 7 Download 17 Oct 8 ERG05 Lightning and Lightning Protection 14 Face-to-Face $700 $210 13 Download 13 - 14 Dec 9 ERG06 Electrical Earthing Principles and Practices 7 Face-to-Face $350 $105 6 Download 8 Nov 10 ESG04 Operation & Maintenance of High Voltage Switchgear 14 Face-to-Face $1,400 N.A. 13 Download 15 - 16 Nov 11 NEV03 Requirements and Implementation of Electric Vehicle Charging System 7 Face-to-Face $700 $210 Pending Download 14 Nov 12 NGD03 Introduction to Microgrid Systems 7 Face-to-Face $700 $210 4 Download 16 Nov 13 NGD04 Introduction to Energy Storage Systems 7 Face-to-Face $700 N.A. 6 Download 15 Nov 14 EPG11 Power Plant Operations and Process Control 35 Face-to-Face $3,500 $1,050 Pending Download 20 - 24 Nov *To be confirmed, please contact SIPG. Enterprise Transformation Project (NEW) SIPG offers implementation-led training and consultancy programme on Lean Methodologies that help enterprises strengthen business capabilities under the SkillsFuture Singapore Enterprise Transformation Project (ETP) initiative. Participating enterprises will enjoy programme fee funding of 90% for Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and 70% for Non-SMEs. Please contact SIPG at training-institute@spgroup.com.sg if you are interested to learn more. Important Notes: (1) Course fees are subject to prevailing GST. (2) Only Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents & Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders are eligible for Course Fee Funding (if any). (3) Funding grant is subject to funding agency's approval. (4) SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy only applicable for Singapore Citizens 40 years old and above. (5) Blended classes include online and face-to-face classes for practical hands-on training. (6) PDU: Professional Development Unit awarded by Professional Engineers Board; PEB reserves the right to reject or adjust the PDUs awarded for each run. (7) Minimim class size is required to be met to start the class. Updated: 04 Sep 2023 SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF POWER AND GAS TRAINING CALENDAR JAN - MAR 2024 No. Course Code Course Title Duration (hr) Mode of Delivery Course Fee (1) Course Fee (after Funding) (2) (3) PDU (6) Click to download outline Upcoming Schedule UPCOMING COURSES 1 ECL04 High Voltage Distribution Cable Identification, Spiking & Fault Location 14 Face-to-Face $1,700 N.A. 14 Download 8 - 9 Jan 2 ENO62 Restore High Voltage Outages 17.5 Face-to-Face $2,750 N.A. 15 Download 22 - 24 Jan, Assesment: 24 - 29 Jan 3 EPG07 Requirements for Installation & Commissioning of Grid-Tied Photovoltaic System 21 Face-to-Face $1,925 N.A. 13 Download Jan * 4 ERG01 SS638 Code of Practice for Electrical Installations 14 Face-to-Face $700 $210 13 Download 1 - 2 Feb 5 ESG06 Design, Installation & Testing of Electrical Switchboard & Supply Turn-On 14 Face-to-Face $1,600 N.A. 12 Download 13 - 14 Mar 6 ESG08 Installation & Commissioning of Distribution Switchgear 10.5 Face-to-Face $1,050 $315 9 Download 6 - 7 Mar 7 ETF02 Operation & Maintenance of Distribution Transformer 14 Face-to-Face $1,400 $420 14 Download 11 - 12 Mar *To be confirmed, please contact SIPG. Enterprise Transformation Project (NEW) SIPG offers implementation-led training and consultancy programme on Lean Methodologies that help enterprises strengthen business capabilities under the SkillsFuture Singapore Enterprise Transformation Project (ETP) initiative. Participating enterprises will enjoy programme fee funding of 90% for Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and 70% for Non-SMEs. Please contact SIPG at training-institute@spgroup.com.sg if you are interested to learn more. Important Notes: (1) Course fees are subject to prevailing GST. (2) Only Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents & Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders are eligible for Course Fee Funding (if any). (3) Funding grant is subject to funding agency's approval. (4) SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy only applicable for Singapore Citizens 40 years old and above. (5) Blended classes include online and face-to-face classes for practical hands-on training. (6) PDU: Professional Development Unit awarded by Professional Engineers Board; PEB reserves the right to reject or adjust the PDUs awarded for each run. (7) Minimim class size is required to be met to start the class. Updated: 04 Sep 2023
Suntec City to Join World’s Largest Underground District Cooling Network at Marina Bayhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/about-us/media-resources/news-and-media-releases/Suntec-City-to-Join-World-s-Largest-Underground-District-Cooling-Network-at-Marina-Bay
Media Release Suntec City to Join World’s Largest Underground District Cooling Network at Marina Bay Singapore, 29 April 2024 – Suntec City will be the latest development to be connected to SP Group (SP)’s Marina Bay district cooling network, expanding what is already the world's largest underground district cooling network. In a partnership agreement signed on 29 April 2024, SP will take charge of the operation of Suntec City’s cooling system. The system will then be interconnected to the Marina Bay District Cooling network via neighbouring developments by 2027. Suntec City’s cooling system is made up of a single central chiller plant with an installed capacity of approximately 20,000 refrigerant tons (RT) providing cooling services across its five office towers, retail mall and convention centre, covering a total net lettable area of more than 3.4 million square feet. The expansion of the Suntec City chiller plant into the Marina Bay district cooling network will create opportunities to deliver energy efficient cooling to a wider range of developments in the area, including Marina Centre and Bugis, thereby offering sustainable cooling solutions to more customers. The inclusion of Suntec City brings the total current cooling capacity in operation and secured by SP through its district cooling networks in Singapore to 203,000 RT – making SP the biggest provider of district cooling solutions in Singapore. Leveraging SP’s district cooling technology will enable Suntec City to reduce its carbon emissions by at least 10,400 tonnes over the 30-year operating period, akin to removing more than 315 cars from our roads annually. Under the agreement, SP will oversee the maintenance and future cooling equipment replacement. This encompasses the prompt replacement of aging electrical systems and a gradual transition to energy-efficient and eco-friendly chillers, all while accommodating any expansionary cooling requirements from Suntec City. Mr Ivan Koh, the Chief Executive Officer of APM Property Management, the Managing Agent for Suntec City said, “Our key priority has always been to achieve optimum energy efficiency for our buildings. This partnership with SP Group to implement district cooling for Suntec City is a significant stride in our sustainable energy solutions, and advances our journey towards the reduction of carbon emission for a greener built environment for Singapore.” Mr S. Harsha, Managing Director of Sustainable Energy Solutions (Singapore), SP Group, said, “As Singapore accelerates towards our net-zero goals, sustainable energy innovations and solutions such as district cooling networks will be crucial to support our demand for urban and economic growth in a sustainable manner. We are delighted to welcome Suntec City to our Marina Bay district cooling network and look forward to bringing this proven technology to more developments, enabling them to be more energy- and cost-efficient. - Ends - About SP Group SP Group is a leading utilities group in the Asia Pacific, empowering the future of energy with low-carbon, smart energy solutions for its customers. It owns and operates electricity and gas transmission and distribution businesses in Singapore and Australia, as well as sustainable energy solutions in Singapore, China, Thailand and Vietnam. As Singapore’s national grid operator, about 1.6 million industrial, commercial and residential customers benefit from its world-class transmission, distribution and market support services. These networks are amongst the most reliable and cost-effective worldwide. Beyond traditional utilities services, SP Group provides a suite of sustainable and renewable energy solutions such as microgrids, cooling and heating systems for business districts and residential townships, solar energy solutions, electric vehicle fast-charging stations and digital energy solutions for customers in Singapore and the region. For more information, please visit spgroup.com.sg or follow us on Facebook at spgrp.sg/facebook, LinkedIn at spgrp.sg/linkedin and Instagram at spgrp.sg/Instagram. About Suntec City Suntec City is one of Singapore’s largest integrated developments, comprising a shopping mall, five Grade A office towers, and a world-class convention and exhibition centre. Nestled in the heart of the bustling Marina Central precinct, the entire development is well connected by MRT stations, street-level plazas and underground walkways. Comprising of over 2 million square feet of retail areas, office spaces and a convention centre, the strata-titled development is owned by subsidiary proprietors and managed by the Management Corporation Strata Title of Suntec City. Our commitment to lowering environmental impact is evidenced through our sustainability accolades, including Water Efficient Building certification for the retail mall and office towers, as well as BCA Green Mark Platinum for all the office towers and Green Mark Gold for the retail mall and convention centre.  
Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedures (wef 1 Apr 2023).pdfhttps://www.spgroup.com.sg/dam/jcr:7eeb201f-fd02-4336-9c58-015fa017e144/%20Natural%20Gas%20Connection%20Policy%20and%20Procedures%20(wef%201%20Apr%202023).pdf
Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedures Updated 1 April 24 Table of Contents 1. General Information ..................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Purpose of this Document .......................................................................................... 1 1.2 Singapore Gas Transportation System ...................................................................... 1 1.3 Definitions ..................................................................................................................... 2 1.4 Codes of Practices and Regulatory Requirements .................................................. 3 1.5 Submission of Application .......................................................................................... 3 2. Procedures for Gas Connection and Gas Admittance ............................................................. 4 2.1 Apply for Gas Connection .......................................................................................... 4 2.2 Make Payment .............................................................................................................. 5 2.3 Engage DR for Consumer’s Gas Installation .............................................................. 6 2.4 Apply for Gas Admittance .......................................................................................... 7 2.5 Apply for Supply and Gas Turn On ............................................................................ 8 3. Guidelines for Other Applications .............................................................................................. 9 3.1 Apply for Replacement, Addition & Alteration Works ............................................. 9 3.2 Apply for Disconnection ............................................................................................. 9 3.3 Apply for Re-connection ............................................................................................. 9 3.4 Other Applications ....................................................................................................... 9 4. Charges ........................................................................................................................................ 10 4.1 Connection Policy ...................................................................................................... 10 4.2 Connection Charge ................................................................................................... 10 5. Unauthorised Connection and Supply of Gas ......................................................................... 11 6. Appendices ................................................................................................................................. 12 Appendix 1 – Demarcation of responsibility ................................................................................ 12 Appendix 2 – Transmission Connection Flow Chart................................................................... 13 Appendix 3 – Transmission Connection Application Forms ...................................................... 15 Appendix 4 – Distribution Connection Flow Chart ..................................................................... 16 Appendix 5 – Distribution Connection Application Forms ........................................................ 18 Appendix 6 – Reference Rates for Transmission Project ........................................................... 19 Appendix 7 – Reference Rates for Distribution Project .............................................................. 20 Appendix 8 – Deductible Component for Natural Gas Distribution Connection .................... 21 Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 1 1. General Information 1.1 Purpose of this Document PowerGas is licensed by the Energy Market Authority (“Authority”) to be the Gas Transporter (“Transporter”) which owns, operates, and maintains the piped gas network in Singapore. SP PowerGrid (“SPPG”) is licensed by the Authority to be the Gas Transporter Agent to operate and maintain the piped gas network in Singapore on behalf of PowerGas. SPPG’s gas business is to plan, design, operate and maintain gas network assets in a manner that supports the delivery of safe, reliable, efficient, and quality services to customers. Under the Gas Transporter Licence, the Gas Transporter has to develop separate fees and charges for separate gas transportation services such as connection services and transportation services. This document sets out the connection policy and procedure for Natural Gas supply. 1.2 Singapore Gas Transportation System PowerGas owns an extensive gas transmission and distribution network throughout Singapore. The network is generally buried underground and transports natural gas to the western and northern parts of Singapore, and town gas to the whole of Singapore. The gas assets comprise the transmission network (operating at higher pressures), which forms the main reticulation backbone and the distribution network (operating at lower pressures). • Town gas is manufactured in Senoko Gasworks and delivered to approximately 900,000 customers in Singapore. The customers are made up of industrial, commercial, and residential gas users. Residential customers consist mainly of gas users from HDB, condominiums and landed premises. The town gas transmission network operates at 3 barg whereas the distribution network operates at pressure regimes ranging from 1 kPa to 50 kPa. Natural gas is supplied to about 200 customers and is imported from four sources (two submarine pipelines from Indonesia, one submarine pipeline from Malaysia and internationally through the Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal). Under the Gas Network Code, Gas Shippers/Retailers represent the customers that are connected to the natural gas networks. These natural gas customers are typically commercial or industrial and include all power stations. The natural gas transmission network operates mainly at two pressure regimes, 28 barg and 40 barg, and the distribution network operates at pressure regimes ranging from 3 barg to 6 barg. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 2 1.3 Definitions The following terms shall have the following meanings when used in this document. “Authority” means the Energy Market Authority of Singapore established under the Energy Market Authority of Singapore Act (Cap.92B); “Gas Transporter” or “Transporter” means a representative holding a gas transporter’s licence; “Gas Retailer” or “Retailer” means a person who supplies gas to Retail Customers and who holds a Retailer’s Licence; “Gas Shipper” or “Shipper” means a person holding a gas shipper’s licence; “Gas Network Code” refers to the Gas Network Code issued by the Authority, setting out common terms and conditions between the Gas Transporter and Shippers who engage the Gas Transporter to transport natural gas though the gas pipeline network; “DR” known as designated representative means a professional engineer or a licensed gas service worker appointed by the developer or a responsible person for the premises; “PE” known as professional engineer means any person who is registered as a professional engineer in the mechanical engineering discipline under the Professional Engineers Act (Cap. 253); “LGSW” known as licensed gas service worker” means a person who is licensed under section 12 (3) of the Gas Act (Chapter 116A); “gas service work” means any work carried out on any gas installation or gas appliance, in whole or in part, including any design, construction, installation, commissioning, erection, testing, repair, addition, alteration or maintenance work; “gas service isolation valve (“GSIV”)” means a valve, located at or near the boundary line of any property or the apron of any building, used by a gas transporter to isolate the supply of gas to that property or building; “gas service pipe” means a pipe or any part thereof, other than a gas main, used for the purpose of conveying gas from a gas main to a gas service isolation valve, and includes any pipe owned by, or under the management or control of, a gas transporter which is used for the purpose of conveying gas from the gas service isolation valve to the meter at a consumer’s premises as defined in the Gas Act (Chapter 116A); “gas fitting” includes any pipe, valve, meter, regulator or other device for the control, measurement and use of gas as defined in the Gas Act (Chapter 116A); Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 3 “gas installation” means a discrete grouping of gas fittings linking a gas service pipe to a gas appliance as defined in the Gas Act (Chapter 116A); “Gas Meter Control Valve” means a valve at the inlet of any meter used for the purpose of turning on or off a supply of gas through such meter to any gas installation as defined in the Gas (Supply) Regulation; “Meter Installation” means any meter and its associated equipment and installation including associated pipework, filter, valve, pressure regulating equipment, seal, housing, mounting, telemetry equipment, gas chromatograph and flow computer 1.4 Codes of Practices and Regulatory Requirements This connection procedure shall be read in conjunction with the provisions in the Gas Act, Gas (Supply) Regulations, Gas (Metering) Regulations, Gas Supply Code, Gas Metering Code, Gas Network Code, Singapore Standard, SS608 (where applicable) – Code of Practice for Gas Installation and relevant Retailer’s Handbook of Gas Supply, where applicable. The demarcation of responsibility from the gas service pipe to the gas installation is provided in Appendix 1 for reference purpose. 1.5 Submission of Application Please submit all connection enquiries, applications for gas connection and admittance request via the Gas Shipper/Retailer on SP Group’s eBusiness Portal (“Portal”): https://ebiz.spgroup.com.sg/index.html For all other matters, please submit your request to: gasenquiry@spgroup.com.sg Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 4 2. Procedures for Gas Connection and Gas Admittance Gas users, applicants for gas supply, are advised to apply through the Shipper/Retailers for connection to the gas main network. The Shipper/Retailer will liaise with the Transporter on behalf of the applicant for gas connection and admittance. The key steps for gas connection and gas admittance are outlined below. The detailed process flow chart and Natural Gas connections application forms can be found in Appendices 2 to 5. Apply for Gas Connection Make Payment Engage DR Apply for Gas Admittance Apply for Gas Supply and Turn On 2.1 Apply for Gas Connection Transmission Connection Consumer’s pressure requirement of at least 18 barg shall be eligible for connection to a transmission pipeline, subject to Gas Transporter’s assessment. The actual delivery pressure would vary depending on the location of the offtake point. Consumers requiring higher or lower pressure than the transmission network operating pressure shall at its own cost install the necessary equipment to achieve the required pressure. To apply for a natural gas transmission connection, the Shipper shall submit the following documents and information through the Portal: • Endorsed Form GT1 - “Application for Gas Transmission Connection”; and • A plan showing the connection point endorsed by the responsible person or applicant; and • Consumer Project Data Information. The Transporter shall seek the Authority’s approval for the proposed transmission connection and notify the Shipper on the outcome of the application within 21 days, after obtaining a reply from the Authority. If the application is successful, the connection charge and project lead time will also be made known to the Shipper. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 5 As the Transporter will need to determine the feasibility of the new connection and establish relevant procedures for the operational phase of the connection, Shippers are advised to request for a consultation through the Portal for the Transporter to arrange a site discussion with the Shipper and Applicant prior to sending in the application. Distribution Connection To apply for a natural gas distribution connection, the Retailer shall submit the following documents and information through the Portal: • Endorsed Form GD1 - “Application for Gas Distribution Connection”; and • Location / site plan showing the project site and proposed connection point(s) endorsed by the responsible person or applicant; and • Location of Meter Installation The Transporter shall notify the Retailer on the outcome of the application within 14 days from the date of receipt of the application. If the application is successful, the connection charge will also be made known to the Retailer. 2.2 Make Payment The Shipper/Retailer shall confirm the project by making payment for the connection charge. Transmission Connection The Shipper shall confirm the project by making payment for the connection charge and book firm capacity in accordance with the requirements set forth in the Gas Network Code (“GNC”). Upon project confirmation, the Transporter shall commence permit application, procurement and construction works to extend gas pipeline up to and including the gas service isolation valve (“GSIV”). Distribution Connection The Retailer shall confirm the project by making payment for the connection charge. The Retailer’s appointed Shipper shall subsequently, where necessary, book firm capacity in accordance with the requirements set forth in the GNC. Upon project confirmation, the Transporter shall commence permit application, procurement and construction works to extend gas pipeline up to and including the GSIV. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure 2.3 Engage DR for Consumer’s Gas Installation Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 6 The applicant shall engage a PE or a LGSW, as the case may require, as the DR for the project. Transmission Connection The Shipper and the DR shall liaise with the Transporter on the connection point at the property boundary, and where applicable, the location of the Meter Installation within the premises, the work schedule and other related matters throughout the entire project until final commissioning. The DR is responsible for the design, procurement, and construction of the Gas Fittings from the GSIV to the appliance/equipment including the Meter Installation, where applicable, in accordance with the Gas Act and its subsidiary legislations and applicable Code(s). Distribution Connection The Retailer and the DR shall liaise with the Transporter on the connection point at the property boundary, the work schedule, the location of the Meter Installation within the consumer’s premises and other related matters throughout the entire project until commissioning. The DR is responsible for the design, procurement, and construction of the Gas Installation from the GSIV to the appliance/equipment, excluding the Meter Installation, in accordance with the Gas Act and its subsidiary legislations and applicable Code(s). Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 7 2.4 Apply for Gas Admittance Transmission Connection The DR shall certify completion and successful testing of the Gas Fittings and the Meter Installation, where applicable. When the Gas Fittings, the Meter Installation and the site are ready to receive gas, the DR/applicant shall apply, through the Shipper, to the Transporter to connect and admit gas into the Gas Fittings up to the Meter Installation, where applicable, by submitting the following form: • Form GT2 - “Application for Admittance of Gas” The DR shall conduct the necessary proof test and complete Form GT3 “Certificate of Proof Test” prior to the Transporter interim admittance of gas into the Gas Fitting up to the Meter Installation. The Transporter shall carry out gas admittance from the GSIV up to the Meter Installation. Upon successful interim admittance of gas, the Transporter shall issue the “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas”. Thereafter, the DR shall proceed to purge and commission the Gas Fittings up to the Meter Installation, where applicable. The Transporter shall issue the “Statement of Admittance of Gas” upon certification by the DR of successful purging and commissioning of the Gas Fittings up to the Meter Installation. The owner of Meter Installation shall liaise with the Applicant/DR and the Shipper to purge the Meter Installation. Distribution Connection The DR shall certify completion and successful testing of the Gas Installation. When the Gas Installation is ready to receive gas, the DR/applicant shall apply, through the Retailer, to the Transporter to connect and admit gas into the Gas Installation up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation by submitting the following form: • Form GD2 - “Application for Admittance of Gas” The DR shall conduct the necessary proof test and submit the completed Form GD3 “Certificate of Proof Test” and request for interim admittance of gas immediately prior to the Transporter connecting the Gas Installation to the gas pipeline network and admitting gas into the Gas Installation up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation. Upon successful interim admittance of gas, the Transporter shall issue the “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas”. Thereafter, the DR shall proceed to purge and commission the Gas Installation up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 8 The Transporter shall issue the “Statement of Admittance of Gas” upon certification by the DR of successful purging and commissioning of the Gas Installation up to the Meter Installation. 2.5 Apply for Supply and Gas Turn On The applicant shall liaise with the Shipper/Retailer to carry out gas turn-on when the installation/equipment and the site are ready to receive gas. Transmission Connection Where the Meter Installation is owned by the Transporter, the Applicant/DR shall submit Form GT4 “Authorisation to Turn on Gas Meter Control Valve” to instruct the Transporter to open the Gas Meter Control Valve for gas turn-on from the Meter Installation to the appliances/equipment. For purging of the Meter Installation and gas turn on, the Shipper shall nominate for gas flow in accordance to Gas Network Code. Distribution Connection The Retailer shall carry out gas turn-on from the Meter Installation up to the appliances/equipment. The applicant is advised to refer to the Retailer’s Handbook on Gas Supply for the latest procedures. A summary of the procedures is shown below. • The DR shall: • certify completion and successful testing of the Consumer’s Internal Pipe; and • apply to the Retailer for connection and gas turn-on up to the appliances/equipment when the Consumer’s Internal Pipe is ready to receive gas. • The Retailer shall: • ensure appropriate tests, before and after the installation of the meter, are performed on the gas installation from and including the meter to the gas appliance before the as supply is turned on at the relevant Gas Meter Control Valve; • arrange for the connection of the Consumer’s Internal Pipe to the outlet of the Meter Installation thereafter; and • issue the “Statement of Turn-on of gas” to the applicant. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure 3. Guidelines for Other Applications 3.1 Apply for Replacement, Addition & Alteration Works Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 9 Any application for replacement of, or addition or alteration to, the gas installation or gas fitting located from the GSIV to (and including) the Meter Installation, where applicable, shall be made by the applicant through the Shipper/Retailer to the Transporter’s email address in Section 1.5. 3.2 Apply for Disconnection An application to disconnect a gas installation or gas fitting from a gas pipeline network shall be made by the responsible person to the Transporter in the following instances: • When the gas supply to the premises has been discontinued; or • When the supply of gas is no longer required; or • When the premised are undergoing renovation or demolition and gas supply has to be disconnected for safety reasons. Any application for the disconnection of the gas installation or gas fitting shall be made to the Transporter’s email address in Section 1.5. 3.3 Apply for Re-connection Any application for the re-connection of the gas installation or gas fitting shall be made to the gas transporter only when the applicant has rectified the defects on the gas installation/fitting. The application should be made through the Shipper/Retailer via the Transporter’s Portal. The Transporter shall respond to the Shipper/Retailer on the outcome of the application within 14 days from the date of receipt of the application. 3.4 Other Applications The applicant is advised to consult with the Transporter if it has a request for gas connection that has not been covered in the procedures above. The applicant shall send its request to the Transporter’s email address in Section 1.5. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 10 4. Charges 4.1 Connection Policy The cost to connect a customer’s gas installation or gas fitting to the Transporter’s gas pipeline network varies from case-to-case, due to the proximity of the customer’s location and the cost of the materials and services required for the gas connection. Where possible, the Transporter will envisage to propose the most cost-effective connection to the applicant. 4.2 Connection Charge The connection charge payable for all gas connection applications is the sum of the project cost less the deductible cost, subject to a minimum connection charge of zero. The description of each of the cost components are shown below. (1) Project cost All costs related to the provision of gas connection from the Transporter’s gas pipeline network to the GSIV, including the Meter Installation (where applicable). (2) Deductible cost The Transporter’s investment value based on the committed gas demand from the applicant for the new gas connection. For distribution connections, the investment value is derived based on the net present value of the 5-Year revenue of the average consumption for each consumption category (see Appendix 8). For transmission connections, the connection charges are calculated individually on a case-bycase basis. In addition, a Last Mile Connection Charge (“LMCC”) will be levied to recover the cost of the “last mile” connection of the gas installation to the GSIV from the applicant. The natural gas transmission/distribution connection deductible cost, LMCC and unit rates used in the determination of the transmission/distribution pipeline estimated capital investment shall be reviewed and adjusted when deemed necessary by the Transporter. The Transporter reserves the right to review the connection charge paid for any new connection and seek reimbursement for the first 5 years under-recovered revenue from the Shipper/Retailer if the actual gas consumption after 5 years of operation is more than 10% below the projected gas demand declared during application. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 11 5. Unauthorised Connection and Supply of Gas In accordance with the Gas Act, any person who: • lays or causes to be laid gas pipe or fitting to connect to the gas network belonging to or managed by the Transporter without consent of the Transporter; • fraudulently abstracts, uses or consumes the supply of gas; • tempers any gas meter shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine or imprisonment, or both. The Transporter may disconnect the premises of, or the gas retailer may discontinue supply of gas to the premises of, the person. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 12 6. Appendices Appendix 1 – Demarcation of responsibility Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 2 – Transmission Connection Flow Chart Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 13 Start Responsible person applies for connection through Shipper via e-Business portal • Form GT1 • Connection Point Plan • Customer Project Data Information Is there sufficient existing pipeline capacity? No Shipper may request for issuance of Open Season Invitation Yes Upon approval by EMA, Transporter issue quotation within 21 days, with the following information: • Connection charge • Project lead time Has Shipper paid connection charge? No Works shall not commence. If connection quotation expires, Responsible person to apply for connection again. Yes Project confirmed • Transporter commences permit application, procurement and construction • Consumer engages PE and commence design, procurement and construction • Shipper liaises with consumer and Transporter on the project • Shipper applies for transmission network offtake in accordance with GNC. a Yes Is Transporter building the Meter Installation? No b Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 2 – Transmission Connection Flow Chart (Cont’d) Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 14 a b Transporter designs and constructs Meter Installation PE designs and constructs Gas Fitting and Meter Installation Gas Fitting and Meter Installation and site ready to receive gas Gas Fitting and Meter Installation and site ready to receive gas PE applies for gas admittance • Form GT2 PE applies for gas admittance • Form GT2 PE conducts proof test immediately prior to gas admittance • Form GT3 PE conducts proof test immediately prior to gas admittance • Form GT3 Transporter issues “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas” and PE proceed to purge and commission up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation Transporter issues “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas” and PE proceed to purge and commission up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation Transporter purges and commissions Meter Installation Transporter issues “Statement of Admittance of Gas” Transporter issues “Statement of Admittance of Gas” Consumer instruct Transporter to open Gas Meter Control Valve for gas turn on • Form GT4 Consumer proceed to perform gas turn on End Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 3 – Transmission Connection Application Forms Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 15 S/No. Form No. Description 1 GT1 Application for Gas Transmission Connection 2 GT2 Application for Admittance of Gas 3 GT3 Certificate of Proof Test 4 GT4 Authorisation to Turn On Gas Meter Control Valve Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 4 – Distribution Connection Flow Chart Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 16 Start Responsible person applies for connection through a Retailer • Form GD1 • Connection Point Plan Transporter notifies Retailer within 14 days, applicable connection charge, lead time and other relevant information Has Retailer paid connection charge? Yes No Works shall not commence. If connection quotation expires, Responsible person to apply for connection again. Project confirmed • Transporter commences permit application, procurement and construction • Retailer liaises with consumer/DR and Transporter on the project • Retailer’s appointed Shipper applies for distribution network offtake in accordance with GNC. • DR designs and constructs gas installation from GSIV to Meter Installation a Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 4 – Distribution Connection Flow Chart (Cont’d) Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 17 a Gas Installation up to the Metering Installation and the site ready to receive gas DR/ Consumer applies for gas admittance • Form GD2 DR conducts proof test immediately prior to gas admittance • Form GD3 Transporter issues “Statement of Interim Admittance of Gas” and DR proceed to purge and commission up to, but excluding, the Meter Installation Transporter issues “Statement of Admittance of Gas” End During Gas Turn-on, where applicable, the Retailer may authorise the Transporter to operate the Meter Control Valve via Form GD4 Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 5 – Distribution Connection Application Forms Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 18 S/No. Form No. Description 1 GD1 Application for Gas Distribution Connection 2 GD2 Application for Admittance of Gas 3 GD3 Certificate of Proof Test 4 GD4 Authorisation to Turn On Gas Meter Control Valve Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 6 – Reference Rates for Transmission Project Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 19 This sets out a non-exhaustive list of the main cost drivers and the corresponding unit rates used in the estimation of the capital investment for a new transmission pipeline. For the avoidance of doubt, the information set out here is provided solely for reference only and is subject to changes in actual contract rates. S/No. Description Size 1 2 3 Laying of underground steel pipeline ($/m) Boring and installation of concrete pipe sleeve Pipe jacking and pipeline ($/m) Construction of jacking and receiving pit ($/pair) Unit Rate ($) excl. GST Unit Rate ($) incl. 9% GST 300mm 6,200 6,758 - 8,500 9,265 - 1,013,000 1,104,170 4 Installation of underground valve ($/set) 300mm 315,000 343,350 5 6 Electrical and Instrumentation Hot tapping works Installation of surveillance system, SCADA RTU and Security RTU ($/set) Tee-off from existing 700mm dia pipeline ($/job) - 787,000 857,830 300mm 177,000 192,930 Note: • The amount of LTA road opening charges may vary due to the scope of the transmission project. For better clarity, please refer to LTA’s website for the charging methodology for LTA road opening charges. • Figures may not reflect the full GST effect due to rounding. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Appendix 7 – Reference Rates for Distribution Project Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 20 This sets out a non-exhaustive list of the main cost drivers and the corresponding unit rates used in the estimation of the capital investment for a new distribution pipeline. For the avoidance of doubt, the information set out here is provided solely for reference only and is subject to changes in actual contract rates. S/N o. Description Size Unit Rate ($) excl. GST Unit Rate ($) incl. 9% GST 1 Supply and Laying of PE pipes and fittings ($/m) 315mm 860 938 2 Connection to existing pipes ($/job) 315mm 12,900 14,601 3 Installation of Valve ($/job) 300mm 7,800 8,502 4 Reinstatement of rigid pavement / concrete panel ($/m 2 ) 480 524 5 Milling and Patching of road (min 250m 2 ) ($/m 2 ) 31 34 Note: • The amount of LTA road opening charges may vary due to the scope of the transmission project. For better clarity, please refer to LTA’s website for the charging methodology for LTA road opening charges. • Figures may not reflect the full GST effect due to rounding. Natural Gas Connection Policy and Procedure Updated 1 Apr 24 Page 21 Appendix 8 – Deductible Component for Natural Gas Distribution Connection (wef 1 Apr 24) c = Consumption per Annum (MMBtu) Distribution connection within JIT ($) Distribution connection outside JIT ($) c ≤ 5,000 nil nil 5,000 < c ≤ 15,000 80,000 185,000 15,000 < c ≤ 25,000 160,000 365,000 25,000 < c ≤ 35,000 235,000 550,000 35,000 < c ≤ 45,000 315,000 735,000 45,000 < c ≤ 55,000 395,000 915,000 55,000 < c ≤ 65,000 475,000 1,100,000 65,000 < c ≤ 75,000 550,000 1,285,000 75,000 < c ≤ 85,000 630,000 1,465,000 85,000 < c ≤ 95,000 710,000 1,650,000 95,000 < c ≤ 105,000 790,000 1,835,000 105,000 < c ≤ 115,000 865,000 2,015,000 115,000 < c ≤ 125,000 945,000 2,200,000 125,000 < c ≤ 135,000 1,025,000 2,385,000 135,000 < c ≤ 145,000 1,105,000 2,565,000 145,000 < c ≤ 155,000 1,180,000 2,750,000 155,000 < c ≤ 165,000 1,260,000 2,935,000 Beyond 165,000 1,295,000 2,970,000
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Consumption_Elect Average consumption of Electricity (kWh) Premises Types Jan-24 Feb-24 Mar-24 Apr-24 May-24 Jun-24 Jul-24 Aug-24 Sep-24 Oct-24 Nov-24 Dec-24 HDB 1-Room 126 126 132 150 152 149 140 151 148 139 142 128 HDB 2-Room 164 167 173 199 199 195 183 198 192 183 186 166 HDB 3-Room 236 241 250 292 285 277 264 283 277 266 266 243 HDB 4-Room 321 330 342 398 396 383 360 385 381 363 365 338 HDB 5-Room 367 381 399 463 466 448 416 447 446 427 429 397 HDB Executive 456 474 489 575 568 544 515 546 548 520 523 481 Apartment 430 435 486 578 573 543 500 513 539 523 519 486 Terrace 740 794 821 957 900 872 838 847 885 851 851 785 Semi-Detached 1,019 1,038 1,109 1,254 1,224 1,170 1,128 1,126 1,168 1,137 1,141 1,056 Bungalow 2,106 1,951 2,146 2,432 2,360 2,266 2,220 2,121 2,347 2,192 2,190 2,012 Note: The figures exclude electricity consumption for PAYU customers and customers who are not purchasing electricity at the regulated tariff.
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Green Financing Framework 8 th March 2021 Table of Contents 1 Background .......................................................................................................................... 3 1.1 SP Group overview ...................................................................................................................... 3 1.2 Sustainability, an integral part of the Group’s strategy .............................................................. 3 2 SP Group Green Financing Framework .................................................................................. 5 2.1 Use of Proceeds .......................................................................................................................... 5 2.2 Process for Project Selection and Evaluation ............................................................................. 7 2.3 Management of Proceeds ........................................................................................................... 8 2.4 Reporting..................................................................................................................................... 8 2.4.1 Allocation reporting ................................................................................................................ 8 2.4.2 Impact reporting ..................................................................................................................... 9 2.5 External Review – Second Party Opinion .................................................................................. 10 Acknowledgment .................................................................................................................................. 10 SP Group enables a low-carbon and sustainable future for Singapore. 2 1 Background 1.1 SP Group overview Singapore Power Limited and its subsidiaries (“SP Group” or the “Company”) is a leading energy utility company in Asia Pacific, with total assets and RDA debit balances of S$20.0 billion as of March 31, 2020 and S$1.0 billion of net profit for the financial year ended March 31, 2020 1 . SP Group owns and operates electricity and gas transmission and distribution businesses and a market support services business in Singapore, and holds an interest in two Australian companies which are engaged in the transmission and distribution of electricity and gas in Australia. SP Group also owns and operates one of the world’s largest underground district cooling network that is located in Singapore, and SP Group has also set up district cooling and heating operations in China. As of March 31, 2020, SP Group’s Electricity T&D Business, Gas T&D Business and Market Support Services Business serve more than 1.65 million industrial, commercial and residential customers in Singapore. SP Group’s electricity and gas transmission and distribution networks are amongst the most reliable and cost-effective worldwide. 1.2 Sustainability, an integral part of the Group’s strategy SP Group’s mission is to deliver reliable and efficient utilities services to enhance the economy and the quality of life of our consumers. With the energy industry rapidly evolving, we play an essential role in clean energy transition. This mission is rooted in our value system of commitment, integrity, passion and teamwork. Sustainability is central to our mission and guides us to achieve our mission in a responsible and committed manner. As a leading energy utilities company, we anchor our sustainability strategy around the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7 – to ensure access to reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We aspire to be a leading utilities company in a low-carbon future. Providing energy that is reliable and sustainable is central to this long-term strategy. We recognise that to enable this clean transition, we need to invest in innovative technologies and infrastructure. We also understand that our actions need to extend beyond our own operations, to those of our customers who can create a large share of the impact through their choices and decisions. SP Group has established a “30-30-30 target” 2 : to add at least 30 per cent value to our customers and reduce our carbon footprint by 30 per cent, by 2030. 1 For latest financial information, please refer to latest SP Group Treasury Pte. Ltd.’s Global Medium Term Note Program Offering Circular available at: https://www.spgroup.com.sg/about-us/investor-relations 2 For detailed information: https://www.poweringthenation.sg/sustainability/our-sustainability-review 3 For that reason, SP Group has developed strategies to leverage on sustainable solutions and innovations that help to better serve customers’ needs and lifestyles. As an illustration, SP Group is working to achieve 100 per cent electrification of its vehicle fleet by 2030, while simultaneously promoting the adoption of Electric Vehicles in Singapore through building Singapore’s largest public Electric Vehicle charging network, in line with the Singapore government’s longer term plan to build 28,000 electric vehicle charging points by 2030 and to phase out internal combustion engine vehicles by 2040 3 . SP Group’s direct current fast charging points offer our customers a convenient and quick way to charge their electric vehicles. As part of our 30-30-30 target, energy efficiency is critical in reducing our carbon footprint. Our ongoing investments in district cooling and heating solutions is an example of an energy and economically efficient urban utility service. While conventional air conditioning or heating are typically decentralized in individual properties, district cooling and heating involves the centralized production of chilled and hot water piped to commercial buildings, thereby reaping benefits of economies of scale . An example is in Marina Bay area, Singapore, where SP Group owns and operates one of the world’s largest underground district cooling network. Connected buildings enjoy up to 40% energy savings 4 . Beyond Singapore, SP Group has also expanded its district cooling and heating footprint to China where it has been providing such solutions to commercial customers since 2019. For example, SP Group has designed, built and been operating an advanced district cooling system since September 2019 for CapitaLand’s Raffles City Chongqing development, a prime landmark strategically located in the heart of Chongqing, China. Considering the increase in air-conditioning use in the past two decades, led by China, where energy demand for space cooling has grown at an average of 13% per year 4 , the district cooling and heating solutions provided by SP Group can make a difference in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. In this context, SP Group has established a Green Financing Framework which focuses on meeting climate and other environmental challenges, while simultaneously responding to increasing investor demand for positive environmental impact investments with a greater transparency in terms of use of proceeds and the funded projects’ / investments’ impact on the environment. This would also be a way to reinforce our strategy to expedite clean energy transition and create low-carbon and smart energy cities. 3 https://www.reuters.com/article/us-singapore-economy-budget-autos-idUSKBN20C15D 4 https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2020-06-08/singapore-finds-a-way-to-make-air-conditionersgreener 4 2 SP Group Green Financing Framework The SP Group Green Financing Framework sets out the criteria, governance and processes under which SP Group, including any of its subsidiaries, intends to issue green bonds, loans, green letter of credit facilities, private placements or any other green financing instruments (together “Green Financing Instruments”), and in doing so contribute to positive environmental impacts. This Framework is in line with: - International Capital Market Association (“ICMA”) Green Bond Principles 2018 (“GBP”); - ASEAN Capital Markets Forum (“ACMF”) ASEAN Green Bond Standards 2018 (“GBS”); - Loan Market Association (“LMA”), Loan Syndications and Trading Association (“LSTA”) and Asia Pacific Loan Market Association (“APLMA”) Green Loan Principles 2020 (“GLP”) This Framework has five key pillars: 1 Use of Proceeds 2 Process for Project Evaluation and Selection 3 Management of Proceeds 4 Reporting 5 External Review 2.1 Use of Proceeds Any Green Financing Instruments issued by SP Group (or any of its subsidiaries) will be used to finance and/or re-finance, in whole or in part, new or existing projects, under construction and / or in operation (“Eligible Projects”) from any of the eligible green categories (“Eligible Green Categories” as defined below). For the avoidance of doubt, for new projects or assets, the proceeds can finance assets during the construction and/or operational phase. For re-financing of Eligible Projects, SP Group will limit the ‘look back’ period to 36 months from the date of the Green Financing Instrument transaction. 5 Eligible Green Categories Alignment with GBP/GBS/GLP Clean Transportation Energy Efficiency Green Buildings Renewable Energy Use of Proceeds / Eligibility Criteria 1. Acquisition, construction, development, deployment, operation and/or maintenance of Electric Vehicles for SP Group’s vehicle fleet based in Singapore 2. Investments in development, construction and maintenance of charging infrastructure for Electric Vehicles 1. Acquisition, construction, development, deployment, operation and/or maintenance of projects that reduce the amount of energy consumption, improve energy efficiency and/or reduce electricity grid losses, including but not limited to: 1.1. Investments into development of energy efficiency assets such as district cooling and heating solutions 1.2. Microgrids 1.3. Energy storage systems 1. Acquisition, construction, development, operation, renovation and/or maintenance of certified Green Buildings, such as BCA Green Mark (Gold or above) or equivalent 1. Acquisition, construction, development, deployment, operation and/or maintenance of infrastructure related to renewable energy including but not limited to solar energy (solar photovoltaic and concentrated solar power systems), offshore and onshore wind, hydropower (below 25MW) and geothermal (below 100g CO2/kWh), for purposes such as: 1.1. generation and storage of such renewable energy; 1.2. connection and/or integration of such renewable energy’s generation/storage sources to the grid; and/or 1.3. transmission and distribution of such renewable energy Exclusion Criteria Projects that do not fall into the Eligible Green Categories as listed above will not be eligible under this Framework. Explicitly, the type of projects related to transmission of energy from fossil fuel and sectors listed in the IFC Exclusion List (2007) 5 shall be excluded from this Framework. 5 https://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/topics_ext_content/ifc_external_corporate_site/sustainability-atifc/company-resources/ifcexclusionlist 6 2.2 Process for Project Selection and Evaluation SP Group’s Treasury team will be responsible for governing and monitoring the SP Group Green Financing Framework. The key roles include the below: Review, select and validate the pool of Eligible Projects based on the Green Financing Framework on an annual basis Exclude projects that no longer comply with the Eligibility Criteria or have been disposed of, and replace them on a best-efforts basis with new Eligible Projects during annual review of outstanding Green Financing Instruments Replace with an equivalent value of new Eligible Projects if any validated Eligible Projects mature during the life of any Green Financing Instrument Create and validate the annual reporting on Green Financing Instruments issued under this Framework for investors and lenders Monitor on-going evolution related to the sustainable financing market practices in terms of disclosure / reporting in order to be in-line with best market practices The Chief Financial Officer of SP Group has the right of veto on decisions made by the Treasury team while performing above key roles. SP Group operates one of the world’s largest underground district cooling system that supplies chilled water for air conditioning to buildings in the Marina Bay area. Connected buildings enjoy up to 40% energy savings. 7 2.3 Management of Proceeds SP Group intends to allocate the proceeds to fund Eligible Projects under the Eligible Green Categories, selected in accordance with the use of proceeds criteria and evaluation and selection process presented above. These projects may consist of new and / or existing projects. A Green Financing Register will be established to earmark the proceeds of the Green Financing Instruments against assessed and selected Eligible Projects following the process described in section 2.2 above. SP Group will strive to maintain a level of allocation which, after adjustments for intervening circumstances including, but not limited to, divestments, matches or exceeds the balance of net proceeds from its outstanding Green Financing Instruments. Additional Eligible Projects will be added to the Green Financing Register to the extent required to ensure that an amount equal to the net proceeds from outstanding Green Financing Instruments will be allocated to Eligible Projects until the maturity of the instruments. Pending the full allocation of the proceeds, the balance of unallocated proceeds shall be invested at SP Group’s discretion, in cash and/or cash equivalent and/or other liquid marketable instruments, as per SP Group’s treasury policy and the Exclusion Criteria. 2.4 Reporting SP Group commits to transparent reporting on its Green Financing Instruments. A Green Financing Report will be made available to investors and lenders within one year from the date of the issuance of the Green Financing Instruments and thereafter once a year until the proceeds have been fully allocated. The respective Green Financing Report will consist of both i) allocation reporting and ii) impact reporting. Green Financing Reports will be available on SP Group’s website. Once fully allocated, in case of material changes to the allocation of any Green Financing Instrument, SP Group will provide the updated information to the investors and lenders on a timely manner. 2.4.1 Allocation reporting To the extent practicable, this will detail: − − − − The amounts allocated in the respective Eligible Green Categories A qualitative description of key Eligible Projects funded by the Green Financing Instrument proceeds The proportion of new financing versus re-financing The balance of unallocated proceeds 8 2.4.2 Impact reporting Where practical and feasible, SP Group will provide impact reporting for each Eligible Green Category where competition and confidentiality considerations permit. It may contain the following impact metrics for each Eligible Green Category: Eligible Green Categories Clean Transportation Indicative Reporting Indicators • Annual GHG emissions reduced/avoided in tons of CO 2 equivalent • Number or percentage of clean vehicles in fleet • Number of charging infrastructure points installed Energy Efficiency • Annual GHG emissions reduced/avoided in tons of CO 2 equivalent • Number of buildings connected by district cooling network • % energy saving achieved from the baseline • Annual energy savings achieved in MWh/GWh/GJ/TJ • Energy Efficiency Factor (kwh/kWrh or kwh/Refrigerant Ton (“RT”)) • Installed Capacity (RT) Green Buildings • Number and m 2 of Gross Building Area of Green Buildings certified and the certification label and level achieved • Annual GHG emissions avoided in tons of CO 2 equivalent • Energy performance of kWh/ m 2 of Gross Building Area annually • Energy use avoidance Renewable Energy • Renewable energy generation in MWh • Annual GHG emissions avoided in tons of CO 2 equivalent All assumptions and methodologies used to calculate impact amounts will be disclosed in the annual reporting at the relevant section. 9 2.5 External Review – Second Party Opinion SP Group’s Green Financing Framework has been reviewed by Sustainalytics who has issued a Second Party Opinion to confirm the alignment with ICMA Green Bond Principles, ASEAN Green Bond Standards and LMA/LSTA/APLMA Green Loan Principles. This Second Party Opinion document will be made publicly available on SP Group’s website. Acknowledgment This Green Financing Framework has been developed with thanks to: 10