Background

Gardens by the Bay, Singapore’s iconic urban park, spans 105 hectares in the Central Region, attracting over 50 million visitors annually and ranking as the eighth-best attraction in the world. The park is home to breathtaking landmarks, including the world’s largest Flower Dome.

In alignment with Singapore’s vision to transform from a “Garden City” to a “City in a Garden,” Gardens by the Bay partnered with Powerplants and Priva to undertake Asia Pacific’s largest wireless greenhouse sensor installation. The project reflects Singapore’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in urban horticulture.

Challenges

• Monitoring and managing micro-climates across expansive, diverse environments in the Cloud Forest, Flower Dome, and Floral Fantasy.
• Optimizing soil conditions and irrigation strategies to sustain world-class plant displays while conserving resources.
• Providing actionable data to the horticultural team to enhance plant health and aesthetic appeal.

The Solution

Powerplants and Priva collaborated to install 255 wireless sensors in partnership with Aranet and local integration partner Winsys. The sensors measure critical environmental and soil parameters, including:

• Air Temperature and Humidity
• PAR Light
• Soil Moisture, Nutrition, and Temperature

This advanced monitoring system enables real-time analysis of micro-climates and soil conditions across the domes.

Results Achieved

• Optimized Growing Conditions: Tailored environments and precise irrigation strategies improve plant health and display quality.
• Resource Efficiency: Enhanced energy and water conservation through data-driven decisions.
• Innovative Leadership: Solidified Gardens by the Bay as a leader in smart urban horticulture.

Key Benefits

• Actionable Insights: Real-time data empowers the horticultural team to proactively address plant care needs.
• Sustainability: Reduced resource use aligns with Singapore’s commitment to environmental responsibility.
• Future-Ready: Provides a foundation for integrating AI and smart technology to drive further innovations in resource conservation.

Impact and Vision

The Gardens by the Bay project exemplifies how cutting-edge technology can merge with urban sustainability goals. This installation reinforces Singapore’s position as a global leader in smart horticulture and urban greening initiatives.

During Singapore International Agri-Food Week, key stakeholders, including Priva CEO Meiny Prins, Priva Asia’s Manuel Madani, and Powerplants’ Alastair McLean, met with Gardens by the Bay CEO Felix Loh to discuss the transformative potential of Smart Sensor Technology and AI in enhancing energy savings and operational efficiency.

Continuous Improvement

• Exploring AI-driven innovations to further optimize energy and water usage.
• Collaborating with global and local partners to advance urban horticulture technologies.
• Supporting Gardens by the Bay’s mission to provide world-class green spaces that inspire and delight visitors.

This project underscores Powerplants and Priva’s dedication to creating sustainable, innovative solutions that redefine what’s possible in urban horticulture. Gardens by the Bay is not only a national icon but also a beacon of progress in the intersection of technology and environmental stewardship.