The Maju forest thing is triggering my ecoanxiety.
Do we really need that many houses?
The MRTs and buses are congested enough, our gyms and food courts are crowded
Is SG doing this because we want to get more people into SG?
I can’t help but feel guilty for all the flora and fauna, what should I do?
I want to pretend I’m not affected because I know I can’t do much. MPs are already speaking up but seems like it is not making any changes.
I’m really scared of the future…
Hi @deadinside,
It’s valid to feel overwhelmed and anxious when seeing green spaces like Maju Forest (plus Gillman Barracks) are designated for development, especially when daily spaces already feel dense and crowded. In the recent parliamentary address, I recall MND explaining that Singapore faces a continuous, delicate balancing act between meeting real housing demands on limited land and working to protect our precious remaining forests.
It’s a good explanation (on paper), but I second your opinion that there may definitely be serious ecological consequences if the development plan does go through. And honestly, I do hope that the public administration takes a pause to listen to what the citizens have to say. After hearing what you (and other environmental activists) shared, I can see that it’s a heavy burden to worry about losing natural habitats in the face of urbanisation, and carrying that sense of helplessness can be exhausting.
While it might seem like individual efforts do not make a difference, resident feedback genuinely shapes how these projects are planned and mitigated. I did some research on Instagram, and saw eco-groups like SG Climate Rally and SG Forests who are currently advocating for the preservation of our forests through stricter environmental impact assessments (EIAs). I saw that there’s a “Save Maju Forest” event at Hong Lim Park on 16 August, so you should definitely check that out. Posted the link here! (https://www.instagram.com/p/Dbko0MrCSNL/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==)
On top of all this activist work, writing a direct email or attending a Meet-the-People Session with your local Member of Parliament (MP) is also a practical and meaningful step. When constituents share heartfelt, well-reasoned concerns about biodiversity and livability, it provides MPs with the real-world backing they need to champion environmental protection and sustainable urban planning in Parliament. Channelling your eco-anxiety into direct civic action can help you regain a sense of agency while ensuring the protection of our green spaces remains a priority.