Sustainable practices highlight NREB visit
KUCHING: A delegation of 30 representatives from the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) Sarawak visited Chitose Carbon Capture Central Sarawak and ZHA Environmental Sdn Bhd to get a deeper understanding of sustainable practices. The delegation was led by Controller of Environmental Quality Jack Liam and Deputy Controller Paul Bond, along with the Environment Protection […]
Sarawak NREB collaborating with Sabah EPD to strengthen environmental management
KUCHING: The Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) is collaborating with the Sabah Environmental Protection Board (EPD) to enhance environmental management initiatives, according to Sarawak environmental quality controller Jack Liam. He said that the state is not exempt in facing global environmental crises such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. “As such, as an […]
Early environmental education for sustainable practices
MUKAH: Acting Mukah District officer Peleadzman Ahip has stressed the importance of fostering environmental education and awareness from a young age within the community to ensure the sustainability of the environment. He pointed out the need for collaboration among the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB), the Environment Department, and the District Education Office. “There […]
Longhouse folk attend NREB programme
KUCHING: Two hundred and forty residents from the longhouses in Temedak recently attended the environmental education programme organised by the Sarawak Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB). The programme, themed ‘Sustainable Environment, Smart Community’, was held in collaboration with Drainage and Irrigation Department (DID) Betong Division, Betong Division Health Office, the Betong District Council and […]
Petronas delegation visits NREB
KUCHING: The Sarawak Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) welcomed a delegation from Petronas which was on a courtesy visit on Monday (Sept 11). The delegation was led by senior general manager of Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd-Sarawak Asset Anuar Ismali and Sarawak-Sabah Operations Gas Pipeline (SSGP) general manager Chin Wee Yang. The purpose of the […]
Measures taken to curb open burning in Sarawak
KUCHING: A haze standard operating procedure (SOP) has been activated by the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) to stop open burning activities. Deputy Minister of Energy and Environmental Sustainability Dr Hazland Abang Hipni said the SOP includes implementing an active patrol on the ground and hotspots inspection with other agencies such as the Department […]
No more open burning permits from April this year
THE Natural Resource Environment Board (NREB) has stopped issuing open burning permits since April this year. Deputy Premier and Minister of Natural Resources and Urban Development Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said this is an effort to mitigate the haze problem. He said those convicted of open burning without a valid permit can be […]
First environmental exhibition by MBKS Apr 29 – May 12
BY JAMES WONG KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) will hold its first environmental exhibition from April 29 to May 12 here at MBKS. The exhibition titled “Make Climate Cool Again: Let’s Talk about the Environment” is a joint effort with NakedWonders and the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) in conjunction with Earth Day […]
Public urged to take precautions amid hot and dry weather during Hari Raya celebration
KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas has urged the public to take care of their health during the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. As the State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) chairman, Uggah highlighted the recent reports from the Sarawak Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) and the Meteorological Department, which indicate an increase […]
Expect less rain in coming months, says NREB
KUCHING: The Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) reports that most areas in Sarawak, particularly in Kuching, Kota Samarahan, Sri Aman, Betong, Sarikei and Sibu, are expected to receive below-average rainfall of 150mm to 200mm, while other areas are expected to receive average rainfall of 200mm to 400mm. NREB added that thunderstorms and heavy rain […]
