The Singapore Greening Vision is a nation-wide long-term urban sustainability plan aimed at bringing greenery into the developed environment. The policy, initially referred to as the "Garden City" vision, sought to enhance living conditions within the city through the presence of greenery and a clean environment.[1]
The policy subsequently evolved into the "City in a Garden" vision which redesigned Singapore as a city integrated into a garden. The vision focused on nature conservation, park connectivity, and neighbourhood participation in greenifying spaces.[2] Initiatives implemented included the development of park connectors, nature parks, and public green spaces with the purpose of integrating nature into urban spaces.[2]
The greening policy is now moving towards the “City in Nature” vision under the Singapore Green Plan 2030.[2] The approach aims to extend the restoration of nature into urban environments and enhance urban green space continuity while addressing challenges related to climate change.[2] Singapore’s efforts in urban greening have received international recognition, though some observers have noted the distinction between managed greenery and natural conservation.