1、A PRIME MODEL FOR GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CITYCONTENTS1.PROJECT INTRODUCTION 2.PROJECT ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PRACTICE PROJECT INTRODUCTION145min drive to Senai Airport1 hr drive to Changi Airport40 min drive to Singapore CBD25 min drive to CBDSecond Link-10min driveForest CitySGSelf-constru

2、cted highwaySecond LinkPTP highway2KM Direct DistanceSTRATEGIC LOCATION 1.1 Forest City,A city-level mixed development project,is located in Iskandar Malaysia,adjacent to the Second Link of Singapore-Malaysia border,about only 1 hours drive from Singapore Changi International Airport and 45 minutesd

3、rive from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport.AN ECO-SMART CITY8KM2 of Golf Resort2KM2 of IBS Park20KM2 of 4 man-made islandsThe total planned development area is approximately 30 square kilometers.Developed on reclaimed land,the project aims to have 4 man-made islands once completed and equippe

4、d with various facilities and amenities.This green and sustainable development is positioned to be a prime model of future cities where green,ecological,smart,multi-cultural and city-industry integration qualities adapted into its plan.1.2 Forest City enjoys the following policies:1.IDR certified en

5、terprises enjoy corporate income tax exemption 2.IDR certified tourism,medical care and education enjoy preferential corporate income tax 3.Enterprises that enjoy the above corporate income tax reductions and exemptions have no restrictions on foreign equity participation Forest City is positioned a

6、s a comprehensive development integrating high-end residential,tourism,healthcare,international education,and financial services.It has been approved as a duty-free area,and many duty-free shops are operating.Import goods have no tariffs,enable you to enjoy the worlds top quality lifestyle at a rela

7、tively low cost.FOREST CITY GLOBAL LAUNCHING ON MARCH 6,2016A DUTY-FREE AREA1.3 Forest City enjoys the following incentives in the future:1.Knowledge-workers will enjoy a flat income tax rate of 15 per cent 2.Fast track entry for experts from abroad3.Incentives also include allowing for multiple ent

8、ry visasOn August 25,2023,Prime Minister Anwar announced Forest City as a Special Finanical Zone aimed to boost foreign investment and simultaneously invigorate the economic growth in Iskandar Malaysia.A SPECIAL FINANCIAL ZONE 1.4 A POPULAR TOURISM DESTINATION Forest City has a unique coastline,mang

9、rove ecological river,giant green maze,eco-museum,golf resort,Marina hotel,affordable waterpark,Instagram-able spots,cycling friendly spot,international school,healthcare service provider,food and beverages outlet and other tourism resources.It will integrate tourism and exhibition services such as

10、sightseeing,water amusement,star-rated hotels,top events,conferences and exhibitions,and tax-free retails to drive the growth of Malaysia s tourism economy and become a regional and international tourist destination.1.5 DEVELOPMENT MILESTONESConstruction:Forest City encompasses a total planned devel

11、opment area of 30 square meters.Currently,Forest City has completed land reclamation of about 3 square meters,road construction mileage of nearly 36 kilometers,afforestation area of 2.86 million square meters and vertical greening of about 256,000 linear meters.Residence:Forest City has built approx

12、imately 26,000 units,all of which have been completed and ready for handover.More than 80%of the units sold have been delivered.Owners from more than 20 countries and regions are gradually moving in to enjoy the ideal tropical island lifestyle at Forest City.Operated Facilities:there are 2 5-star ho

13、tels,1 prestigious international school,2 international standard 18-hole golf courses,1 comprehensive commercial street,and rich beach facilities along the 4 kilometers coastline operating in Forest City.1.6 DEVELOPMENT MILESTONESEconomy:Works with over 190 local enterprises,created 10,000 direct/in

14、direct jobs,attracted owners from 20 countries and regions,drew over 300K global tourists.Charity:Contributed RM53 million in charity initiatives for 7 surrounding villages and beyond.It also provided a long-term aid to 7 adopted local schools.Environment Protection:Spent over RM140 million in envir

15、onment protection,including the rehabilitation and rejuvenating of seagrass meadow as well as the special protection and nurturing of mangroves.1.6 PRACTICE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION2ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PRACTICE2.1 Forest City has devoted approximately 140 million ringgit in environmental prot

16、ection,including the rehabilitation and rejuvenating of seagrass meadow as well as the special protection and nurturing of mangroves；Forest City opened up an ECO MUSEUM aiming to raise ecological awareness,inculcate environmental culture as well as to build a diverse and interactive cultural exchang

17、e platform for surrounding residents,local community and environmental volunteers；Forest City published an Ecological Development Action Plan which outlined the mission of Forest City ecological development and defined the goals and target of eco-city development,operation and management.2.2 Forest

18、City regularly monitors the growth status of surrounding mangroves through satellite remote sensing technology；Forest City works with mangrove protection team and professional greening teams to carry out daily patrol on mangrove conservation and cultivation.Mangrove ConservationForest City works wit

19、h Universiti Putra Malaysia(UPM)on seagrass monitoring and conservation to ensure the seagrass growth and ecosystems are maintained in good condition since 2015Seagrass ConservationENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PRACTICEForest City works with Shattuck-St.Marys Forest City International School and environme

20、ntal protection organizations to carry out more than 30 environmental protection volunteer activities;Activities including beach cleaning,mangrove planting,birds observation,and book recycling etc.Environmental ActivitiesForest City hold 10 ecological environmental protection education programs;The program involves Forest City employees,residents,surrounding residents,the international school,local NGOs to participate in green environmental protection action.Environmental Education ProgramENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PRACTICE2.2