From Carbon Offsets To Biodiversity

From carbon offsets to biodiversity - CGC drives sustainability with mangrove initiatives.

Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC) reaffirms its commitment to sustainability through the CGC Tree Planting Programme 2024. As part of this initiative, 200 mangrove trees were planted at Taman Alam, Kuala Selangor. Aligned with Malaysia’s 100 Million Tree Planting Campaign under the Malaysia Greening Programme, this effort offsets CGC’s operational emissions, highlights the role of tree planting in carbon sequestration, and emphasises the importance of biodiversity conservation in Malaysia’s ecosystem.

The programme brought together CGC employees, customers, partners, and youth from Kelab Belia Prihatin. In addition to planting mangrove trees, volunteers also engaged in marine debris collection, which is crucial for protecting marine life and preserving the beauty of coastal areas.

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President & Chief Executive Officer Datuk Mohd Zamree Mohd Ishak emphasised the corporation’s commitment to sustainability, stating, “At CGC, we recognise the exceptional carbon sequestration capacity of mangrove trees and their crucial role in combating climate change. Each mature mangrove tree absorbs around 0.04 tonnes of CO2 annually, making the CGC Tree Planting Programme 2024 a significant step in reducing carbon footprint. This initiative is a testament to CGC’s dedication to embedding sustainability across our operations and empowering our stakeholders to contribute to Malaysia’s broader environmental goals”.

CGC remains committed to supporting Malaysia’s transition to a low-carbon economy through practical and sustainable actions. By focusing on measurable environmental impact, the Corporation will continue to encourage its workforce and MSME customers to adopt more sustainable practices. These efforts contribute to Malaysia’s broader sustainability goals, supporting a cleaner, more sustainable future for all.