Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA): Home

10/03/2025

Authorization to Single use plastics and Plastic carry Bags

The authorization for single-use plastics and plastic carry bags is regulated under Law No. 17/2019 of 10/08/2019, prohibiting the manufacturing,…

10/03/2025

Environmental Audit Certificate

The Environmental Audit Certificate is issued to projects listed under Ministerial Order No. 001/2021 of 08/02/2021, which mandates certain projects…

12/03/2025

Strategic environmental assessment

In accordance with Ministerial Order No. 002/2021 of 08/02/2021, which establishes the procedures for conducting a Strategic Environmental Assessment…

12/03/2025

Guidance on waste disposal

The Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) provides guidance to public and private sector custodians responsible for products that may pose…

12/03/2025

Authorization for the import or export of chemicals, hazardous wastes, and other wastes

The authorization for the import or export of chemicals, hazardous wastes, and other wastes ensures compliance with international conventions and…

12/03/2025

Authorization to Import Second-Hand Motorcycles

In Rwanda, every motorcycle imported must be brand new. However, an exception is made for second-hand motorcycles designed specifically for sports or…

12/03/2025

Authorization to Import or Export Products and Equipment Containing or Relying on Controlled Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer

Ministerial Order No. 006/2008 of 15/08/2008 Regulates the importation and Exportation of ozone layer Depleting substances, products and Equipment…

12/03/2025

Carbon Registry

Rwanda has developed and operationalized the Carbon Registry to track and maintain records for Internationally Transferred Mitigation Outcomes…

12/03/2025

Permits for Biosafety-Related Projects

In accordance with Law No. 025/2024 of 16/02/2024 governing biological diversity, certain activities related to living modified organisms (LMOs)…

WHO WE ARE

REMA is responsible for ensuring that environmental issues and climate change are integrated into Rwanda’s development. Specifically, we are mandated to: Mainstream environmental concerns and climate change across all sectors to improve performance and productivity, Reduce Rwanda’s vulnerability to climate change, Control pollution and ensure environmental regulations for sustainable development are complied with

10/07/2025

GEF approves additional $18 million to scale up Green Amayaga Program across Rwanda’s Southern Province

In a major boost to Rwanda’s climate resilience and ecosystem restoration efforts, the Global Environment Facility (GEF) has approved an $18 million…

05/07/2025

GEF Approves $9 Million Grant to Restore Ecosystems and Strengthen Climate Resilience in the Nyungwe–Ruhango Corridor

The Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) is set to implement a new project aimed at restoring degraded ecosystems and enhancing climate…

25/06/2025

Nature-Finance Innovations Take Centre Stage at Africa and Arab States Conference in Kigali

55 countries convene as 40+ newcomers join UNDP-BIOFIN’s Global Biodiversity Finance Programme with GEF support

05/06/2025

Rwanda marks 20 Years of Beating Plastic Pollution on World Environment Day

As the world celebrated World Environment Day under the theme “Ending Plastic Pollution,” Rwanda has reflected on two decades of innovative action to…

21/05/2025

Communities in Musaza Sector No Longer Suffer from Drought, Thanks to LDCF3 Climate Adaptation Efforts

Residents of Musaza Sector in Kirehe District are witnessing a major transformation in their fight against the harsh impacts of drought, thanks to the…

15/05/2025

Schools Across Rwanda Commend REMA for Safe Disposal of Hazardous Chemical Waste

Schools across Rwanda, particularly science-focused institutions, are hailing the Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) for launching a…

27/03/2025

The Government of Rwanda partners with GGGI to Strengthen Rwanda's Readiness to Carbon Markets

The Government of Rwanda through the Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) have announced a new…

19/03/2025 | LDCF III

From Landslides to Livelihoods: How the LDCF3 Project Transformed Muzo

Muzo was once synonymous with danger. Its residents lived on steep, erosion-prone slopes where landslides and floods constantly threatened their…

17/03/2025

Rwanda to Implement Enhanced Vehicle Emissions Testing Starting May 2025

The Ministry of Environment, through the Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA), has announced the introduction of enhanced vehicle emissions…

12/03/2025

Local Government Stakeholders Meet to Contribute to Rwanda’s Enhanced Climate Action Plan

Local government representatives, policymakers, and climate experts have gathered for a two-day consultation workshop to share insights and…

Wetlands

30/08/2021

Wetlands (Kinyarwanda terms, “Ibishanga n’ibibaya” or “ubutaka buhehereye”) play a vital role in maintaining

Climate

30/08/2021

Global changes in temperature and precipitation and the regional distribution of those changes are the primary drivers affecting climate-related…

Air

30/08/2021

Good air quality contributes greatly to the quality of life and is essential for humans and the ecosystems.

Biodiversity

30/08/2021

Rwanda has diverse habitats and ecosystems that range from humid montane forests to savannahs, lakes, rivers and wetlands

Water

30/08/2021

to ensure the availability of enough and well-managed water resources for sustainable development.

Forests

30/08/2021

to ensure growth of forest resources, their management and protection for sustainable development purpose

Land

30/08/2021

Rwanda Land Administration and Use Authority is a key Institution set up to implement the National Land Tenure Reform Program as provided