SAMARAHAN: A total of 1,000 native forest seedlings were planted to support restoration efforts and foster environmental awareness among the community.
According to a statement issued by Forest Department Sarawak (FDS), the planting was carried out during a joint tree-planting programme between the FDS and Sarawak Energy Bhd (SEB) held recently at the Sabal Forest Reserve in Simunjan.
The programme involved about 100 participants, comprising officers from both organisations as well as members of the local community.
“During the programme, a total of 1,000 seedlings of native forest species, including meranti, kapur and lun, were successfully planted.
“The activity aimed to support forest restoration efforts while fostering environmental awareness and encouraging community participation in sustainable forest management,” it said.
Today’s programme marked the kick-off of a series of joint tree-planting and forest restoration activities to be implemented by FDS and SEB throughout 2026.
The collaboration forms part of SEB’s 10-Year Integrated Planting, Protection and Habitat Conservation Campaign (2021 to 2030), reflecting SEB’s long-term commitment to environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation.
“The initiative also supports the implementation of the Greening Sarawak Campaign, a key state-level effort to enhance forest cover, restore degraded landscapes and strengthen climate resilience through nature-based solutions, led by FDS.
“Through this strategic partnership, FDS and SEB will continue to work closely with the local communities to advance forest landscape restoration initiatives and contribute towards the sustainable management and conservation of Sarawak’s forest resources,” it said.
