In conjunction with World Environment Day, observed annually on 5 June, Yinson has partnered with Kelab Belia Prihatin, a grant recipient under the Yinson4Youth (Y4Y) programme, to launch the “We Be-Leaf Together Mangrove Nursery”. The 1-day programme at Sungai Barong, Tanjung Karang, Selangor saw 30 Yinson volunteers showing their support for the mangrove nursery, which will serve as a centralised hub for mangrove conservation, facilitate scientific research, and enhance community awareness.

The volunteers planted mangrove propagules at the nursery and assisted with the cleaning up of the coastal area. Mangrove trees are crucial ecosystems as they help in shielding coasts, storing carbon and promoting biodiversity. However, mangrove ecosystems are diminishing at a rate of approximately 3 to 5 times faster than other types of ecosystems due to coastal erosion, local hydrodynamic conditions, and development of aquaculture activities. Hence, this initiative aligns with Yinson’s commitment to conserving biodiversity for the long-term.

The nursery was inaugurated by Dr Renard Siew Yung Jhiew, Head of Corporate Sustainability at Yinson. Dr Renard conveyed his appreciation for the successful execution of the event, “I would like to express the optimism of the ongoing efforts to preserve biodiversity will ultimately contribute to the enhancement of biodiversity ecosystem as part of our Nature-based solutions.”

Lim Chern Yuan, Yinson Group CEO also expressed his anticipation for the continuation of such initiatives in the future, “We have diligently incorporated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into all facets of our operations. Demonstrating strong ESG performance is paramount for advancing our business objectives, as it fosters access to capital, strategic partnerships, and emerging global markets.”

World Environment Day is coordinated by the United Nations to promote awareness and encourage proactive measures towards environmental conservation. This initiative provides a platform for individuals, communities, and governmental entities across the globe to engage in collaborative efforts aligned with the United Nations call for the protection and revival of ecosystems all around the world. 

At Yinson, we actively contribute to the environment stewardship by aligning with the Group’s Sustainable objectives, specifically our commitment towards UN SDG 13 Climate Action, UN SDG 14 Life Below Water, and UN SDG 15 Life on Land.