The Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB), Sarawak was established on 1st February 1994 pursuant to Section 3(1) of the Natural Resources and Environment Ordinance, 1993 (Cap. 84 – Laws of Sarawak).
The NREB is tasked with the responsibility of protecting and managing the environment and the conservation of the natural resources of the State based on the principles of sustainable development.
Establishment of the Board
Following the World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD), which was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1992, Sarawak State Government enacted the Natural Resources and Environment (Amendment) Ordinance, 1993 (Cap. 84 - Laws of Sarawak). Pursuant to Section 3(1) of the aforesaid Ordinance, the NREB was established on 1st February 1994 primarily tasked with the responsibility to protect and manage the environment and natural resources in the State.
NREB's Objective
NREB's main objective is to protect and enhance the environmental quality of the State, towards achieving sustainable and balanced development in Sarawak.
NREB's Customers
NREB's customers are the government departments, evironmental consultants, project proponents, relevant agencies and the public.