The peat swamp forests of Brunei host unique biodiversity and provide important ecosystem services like carbon storage and flood regulation. However, they are threatened by drainage for agriculture and logging, which causes drying and burning of peatlands. This releases large amounts of carbon into the atmosphere and degrades the peat soil. Efforts are underway in Brunei to conserve intact forests, restore degraded areas, control fires, and support sustainable livelihoods to safeguard these important peat swamp forests.