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The Long Island Project builds upon Singapore’s previous land reclamation efforts, which have historically added nearly 25% to its land mass since independence. However, what sets this initiative apart is its goal to create an effective and resilient defensive ecosystem in response to climate change's realities.
The construction begins with massive concrete boxes, which serve as sealed barriers to form the outer perimeter of each island. Heavy engineering techniques will employ sand compaction methods that can enhance land density by up to 30% compared to natural formations, reducing susceptibility to liquefaction during earthquakes.