Rachel Teng

Broadcast Journalist | CNA

Singapore

Hi there, I cover environmental matters in Singapore for CNA, one of Asia's leading news networks. This includes reports on the climate crisis, wildlife conservation and the island nation's sustainability efforts.

In the past year, I've delivered live and developing reports for Singapore's General Election, parliamentary and budget debates, and the United Nations climate conference COP30 in Belém, Brazil.

While I currently focus on scripting and fronting television news, I have also produced long-form digital pieces for the likes of Mongabay, Eco-Business, The HomeGround Asia and GovInsider.

Some of my key and latest works below.

Portfolio

Highlights

CNA
01/20/2025
Wildlife groups report 65% more cases of animals in urban areas in 2024

There have been more cases of animals entering human-populated areas. Wildlife rescue groups say they saw a near 65 per cent increase last year, compared to 2023. But they add that people are more mindful to call for professional assistance in such cases of human-wildlife contact.

TheHomeGround Asia
04/14/2022
Sand and the land: Rethinking reclamation in land-scarce Singapore

Singapore is the largest importer of sand in the world. Following decades of narrative policing, youth environmentalists, artists, and researchers have come forward to present alternative ways in which we can connect with our land, its history and origins, and its finite nature.

CNA
05/17/2025
Local fish farms join forces under one brand to debut at big grocery chain

Six traditional local fish farmers on the northwestern straits of Singapore are now selling their produce on supermarket shelves for the first time. It is part of a concept from the Singapore Agro-Food Enterprises Federation to promote local produce, by helping farmers compete with imports. Rachel Teng with more.

CNA
12/10/2024
New facility aims to plant 100,000 corals over next 10 years

A new facility to grow corals has been launched at St. John's Island. Singapore is also starting its quest to plant 100,000 corals in its waters over the next 10 years and beyond. Apart from boosting marine diversity, corals protect coastlines from erosion.