NEA tracking haze hotspots and sources as earlier investigations under Transboundary Haze Pollution Act continue

{"#ongoing_investigations":"NEA's ongoing investigations into four Indonesian companies remain key to any potential legal action under the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act. The Act allows authorities to take legal action against companies responsible for causing or contributing to haze pollution in Singapore, even if their activities take place overseas. As of October 12, 2026, NEA has identified fires on concession lands associated with six Indonesian companies and issued legal notices to all six under the Act. However, no action has been taken under the Act since its implementation in 2014.","#transboundary_haze_pollution_act":"The Transboundary Haze Pollution Act, enacted in September 2014, empowers authorities to take legal action against companies responsible for causing or contributing to haze pollution in Singapore, even if their activities take place overseas. The Act applies to entities operating both within and outside Singapore, including those that condone activities resulting in haze pollution here. It also empowers authorities to issue preventive measures notices requiring companies to take steps to prevent, reduce or control haze pollution. Individuals and businesses in Singapore can also pursue civil claims against responsible entities for personal injury, property damage or economic losses arising from haze pollution.","#challenges_in_enforcement":"Enforcement of the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act can be challenging, particularly when identifying the companies responsible for fires overseas and obtaining evidence across national borders. Since the Act was enacted, no one has been fined or sued under the Act. NEA's current monitoring of haze hotspots and sources is crucial for future enforcement actions."}