SINGAPORE — Allowing visitors to spend the night on Lazarus Island in eco-friendly “tiny houses” could be a good way to get people closer to nature, but it may also have a detrimental impact on the ecosystem if it is not managed well, warned nature groups.
SINGAPORE — Allowing visitors to spend the night on Lazarus Island in eco-friendly “tiny houses” may be a good way to get people closer to nature, but it may also have a detrimental impact on the ecosystem if it is not managed well, nature groups warned.
Dr Shawn Lum, president of the Nature Society , said that at face value, having the cabins on the island could be a good opportunity to establish a standard here for meaningful visitor experiences that not only promotes a small ecological footprint but celebrates nature. Beyond that, there are also concerns that trash may enter the waters around Lazarus Island and affect marine biodiversity, Ms Sam said. Her organisation is involved in clearing up marine litter around Singapore’s southern islands.
Dr Lum also voiced concerns about vector management, stating that efforts must be made not to use toxic pesticides that could inadvertently waft across the forest and waters to poison both terrestrial and marine life. Both Dr Lum and Ms Sam also spoke about the strong currents around Lazarus Island, which could be hazardous for anyone inexperienced with navigating them, particularly for swimmers.
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