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Kota Kinabalu, Sabah - Jetama has launched a Seagrass Planting Program in collaboration with the Faculty Of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, as part of its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) efforts. 

Chief Executive Officer of Jetama, Ahmad Naim Uddang said, this pilot project, located at Sepanggar Island, will serve as a model for future efforts, with plans to extend the program to other identified areas around Sabah.  

The initiative aims to preserve and restore critical marine habitats through the establishment of sub-tidal seagrass meadows.  

He added “As a forward-thinking company, we recognize that corporate responsibility and sustainability are essential to long-term success.” 

Associate Professor Dr. Azman Abdul Rahim teaching volunteers on transplanting method.

Jetama’s Seagrass Planting Program is part of our commitment to ESG principles, addressing both environmental preservation and climate action. 

“By enhancing blue carbon capture and protecting marine ecosystems, we are not only fulfilling our duty to the environment but also creating sustainable value for our stakeholders. “ 

This initiative reflects Jetama’s broader strategy of integrating sustainability into our core business operations. 

The 5 day program involved 15 dedicated volunteers who contributed significantly to the on-ground efforts consists of dive instructors, .divemasters from Kota Kinabalu and Semporna, and villagers from Pulau Sepanggar. 

Seagrass is a key contributor to blue carbon - the carbon captured and stored by marine ecosystems. Seagrass absorbs carbon dioxide up to 35 times faster than rainforests, storing it in its roots and sediments, which helps mitigate climate change.

This makes this seagrass initiative a critical part of global climate action. 

Beyond carbon capture, seagrass supports marine life such as green turtles and dugongs, enhances water quality by filtering sediments, and protects coastlines by stabilizing the seabed and preventing erosion. 

For media inquiries, please contact:

Ag. Ahmad Zaki Bin Abu Bakar

General Manager

Environment, Social ang Governance (ESG) Division, Jetama Sdn Bhd +60168443620