Environment in Brunei

Brunei's environment includes tropical forests, mangroves, peatlands, rivers, coastal waters, coral reefs and the conditions of everyday life. Environmental conditions also depend on drinking water, wastewater, drainage, roads, waste management, air quality, noise, green spaces and safety. Protection and public services involve different authorities, providers and local administrations.

Tip

Treat a natural-area activity and an everyday service problem as different matters because they may follow different rules and contact routes. Check the area's protection status or identify the responsible service provider first, then use Talian Darussalam 123, the provider, District Office or Municipal Board as appropriate.

Nature

Brunei consists largely of evergreen tropical rainforest, mangroves, peatlands, river areas, coastal waters and coral reefs. Protected areas conserve habitats for proboscis monkeys, orangutans, hornbills, dugongs and sea turtles. Use, research and recreation are regulated differently depending on the area, protection status and permit requirements.

Surroundings

Everyday living conditions in Brunei are shaped by drinking water, wastewater, drainage, roads, lighting, waste, air quality, noise, green spaces and safety. Several government agencies and local administrations share these responsibilities. For disruptions, the national public-service contact centre (Talian Darussalam 123), responsible utility providers, District Offices and Municipal Boards can help.