The government has set strategies to reduce the generation of solid waste nationwide through two action plans: waste minimisation through 3-R (Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle) and targeting of a 15% waste recycling rate by 2020 (Energy and Industry Department, 2017) and 30% by 2035 (Akenji et al., 2019).
The 3-R is taking place, particularly amongst the younger generation. The Recycle 123 Handbook, using captivating graphics and a ‘did-you-know’ style of delivering content, targets the youth. In 2009, the Brunei Environment Youth Envoy (EYE) was established under the guidance of the Department of Environment, Parks and Recreation. It aims to:
nurture and build a network to foster environmental awareness and action amongst youth at the national and regional levels,
collaborate and cooperate on environmental sustainability projects, and
enhance environmental knowledge and build capacity to share and impart it to the youth (Lands Department, n.d.).
The Brunei EYE has successfully carried out 3-R awareness programmes in five primary schools in Kampong Ayer, a water village on the Brunei River, and two inland primary schools (Brunei Darussalam, 2013). The Department of Environment, Parks and Recreation supports several secondary schools through its eco-clubs, which are run by students and guided by teachers to encourage them to be involved in environmental projects and activities such as beach clean-up.
The recycling rate target of 15% by 2027 and 30% by 2035 shall be achieved through waste-reduction efforts, including campaigns to transition to reusable bags, the ‘No Plastic Bag Every Day’ initiative, and reduction of Styrofoam containers use; installation of recycling bins for paper, plastics, and metals in waste collection centres in the Brunei Muara District and in other schools and universities; and composting initiatives for green wastes (Brunei Darussalam, 2013).
A related action plan was formulated based on the Tenth National Development Plan (2012–2017): the second 5-year plan under the Brunei Darussalam Long-Term Development Plan (2007–2035). The plan enhances the provision of a healthy and clean environment, including efficient use of national resources, provision and enforcement of legislation, effective solid waste management, and harmonisation of national commitments and international best practices (Department of Economic Planning and Development, 2012).
In 2021, efforts to enhance plastic management was reinforced through the launching of the Green Protocol by the Brunei Darussalam National Council on Climate Change. The protocol covers a set of guidelines in seven areas, including plastic usage and solid waste disposal, with the aim of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from public service premises in the country. The recommended practices are as follows (Brunei Darussalam National Council on Climate Change, 2021):
Table 1. Guidelines regarding plastic management under Brunei Darussalam’s Green Protocol
Area of Guideline | Recommended Practices |
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Plastic Usage |
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Solid Waste Disposal |
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Updated as of 10 January 2025.
Akenji, L., M. Bengtsson, M. Kato, M. Hengesbaugh, Y. Hotta, C. Aoki-Suzuki, P.J.D. Gamaralalage, and C. Liu (2019), Circular Economy and Plastics: A Gap-Analysis in ASEAN Member States. Brussels: European Commission Directorate General for Environment and Directorate General for International Cooperation and Development, Jakarta: Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Brunei Darussalam (2013), Fourth Regional 3R Forum in Asia ‘3Rs in the Context of Rio+20 Outcomes – The Future We Want’: Country Analysis Paper (Draft) Brunei Darussalam. https://uncrd.un.org/sites/uncrd.un.org/files/4th-3r_cap_brunei.pdf (accessed 24 December 2024).
Department of Economic Planning and Development (2012), Tenth National Development Plan (2012 – 2017): Brunei Darussalam. Bandar Seri Begawan: Department of Economic Planning and Development. https://deps.mofe.gov.bn/DEPD%20Documents%20Library/NDP/NDP_10.pdf (accessed 24 December 2024).
Department of Environment, Park and Recreation (2015), Recycle 123 Handbook. Bandar Seri Begawan: Department of Environment, Park and Recreation. http://www.env.gov.bn/SitePages/Recycle%20123%20Handbook.aspx (accessed 24 December 2024).
Energy and Industry Department (2017), Brunei Darussalam’s Second National Communication: Under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Bandar Seri Begawan: Energy and Industry Department. https://www4.unfccc.int/sites/SubmissionsStaging/NationalReports/Documents/8560731_Brunei%20Darussalam-NC2-1-Brunei%20Darussalam%20Second%20National%20Communication_5%20Nov%202017.pdf (accessed 24 December 2024).
Lands Department (n.d.), Brunei Environmental Youth Envoys (Brunei EYEs). http://www.tanah.gov.bn/SitePages/Brunei%20Environmental%20Youth%20Envoys%20(Brunei%20EYEs).aspx. (accessed 24 December 2024).
The government has set strategies to reduce the generation of solid waste nationwide through two action plans: waste minimisation through 3-R (Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle) and targeting of a 15% waste recycling rate by 2020 (Energy and Industry Department, 2017) and 30% by 2035 (Akenji et al., 2019).
The 3-R is taking place, particularly amongst the younger generation. The Recycle 123 Handbook, using captivating graphics and a ‘did-you-know’ style of delivering content, targets the youth. In 2009, the Brunei Environment Youth Envoy (EYE) was established under the guidance of the Department of Environment, Parks and Recreation. It aims to:
nurture and build a network to foster environmental awareness and action amongst youth at the national and regional levels,
collaborate and cooperate on environmental sustainability projects, and
enhance environmental knowledge and build capacity to share and impart it to the youth (Lands Department, n.d.).
The Brunei EYE has successfully carried out 3-R awareness programmes in five primary schools in Kampong Ayer, a water village on the Brunei River, and two inland primary schools (Brunei Darussalam, 2013). The Department of Environment, Parks and Recreation supports several secondary schools through its eco-clubs, which are run by students and guided by teachers to encourage them to be involved in environmental projects and activities such as beach clean-up.
The recycling rate target of 15% by 2027 and 30% by 2035 shall be achieved through waste-reduction efforts, including campaigns to transition to reusable bags, the ‘No Plastic Bag Every Day’ initiative, and reduction of Styrofoam containers use; installation of recycling bins for paper, plastics, and metals in waste collection centres in the Brunei Muara District and in other schools and universities; and composting initiatives for green wastes (Brunei Darussalam, 2013).
A related action plan was formulated based on the Tenth National Development Plan (2012–2017): the second 5-year plan under the Brunei Darussalam Long-Term Development Plan (2007–2035). The plan enhances the provision of a healthy and clean environment, including efficient use of national resources, provision and enforcement of legislation, effective solid waste management, and harmonisation of national commitments and international best practices (Department of Economic Planning and Development, 2012).
In 2021, efforts to enhance plastic management was reinforced through the launching of the Green Protocol by the Brunei Darussalam National Council on Climate Change. The protocol covers a set of guidelines in seven areas, including plastic usage and solid waste disposal, with the aim of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from public service premises in the country. The recommended practices are as follows (Brunei Darussalam National Council on Climate Change, 2021):
Table 1. Guidelines regarding plastic management under Brunei Darussalam’s Green Protocol
Area of Guideline | Recommended Practices |
---|---|
Plastic Usage |
|
Solid Waste Disposal |
|
Updated as of 10 January 2025.
Akenji, L., M. Bengtsson, M. Kato, M. Hengesbaugh, Y. Hotta, C. Aoki-Suzuki, P.J.D. Gamaralalage, and C. Liu (2019), Circular Economy and Plastics: A Gap-Analysis in ASEAN Member States. Brussels: European Commission Directorate General for Environment and Directorate General for International Cooperation and Development, Jakarta: Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Brunei Darussalam (2013), Fourth Regional 3R Forum in Asia ‘3Rs in the Context of Rio+20 Outcomes – The Future We Want’: Country Analysis Paper (Draft) Brunei Darussalam. https://uncrd.un.org/sites/uncrd.un.org/files/4th-3r_cap_brunei.pdf (accessed 24 December 2024).
Department of Economic Planning and Development (2012), Tenth National Development Plan (2012 – 2017): Brunei Darussalam. Bandar Seri Begawan: Department of Economic Planning and Development. https://deps.mofe.gov.bn/DEPD%20Documents%20Library/NDP/NDP_10.pdf (accessed 24 December 2024).
Department of Environment, Park and Recreation (2015), Recycle 123 Handbook. Bandar Seri Begawan: Department of Environment, Park and Recreation. http://www.env.gov.bn/SitePages/Recycle%20123%20Handbook.aspx (accessed 24 December 2024).
Energy and Industry Department (2017), Brunei Darussalam’s Second National Communication: Under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Bandar Seri Begawan: Energy and Industry Department. https://www4.unfccc.int/sites/SubmissionsStaging/NationalReports/Documents/8560731_Brunei%20Darussalam-NC2-1-Brunei%20Darussalam%20Second%20National%20Communication_5%20Nov%202017.pdf (accessed 24 December 2024).
Lands Department (n.d.), Brunei Environmental Youth Envoys (Brunei EYEs). http://www.tanah.gov.bn/SitePages/Brunei%20Environmental%20Youth%20Envoys%20(Brunei%20EYEs).aspx. (accessed 24 December 2024).