Jakarta—To commemorate World Oceans Day on June 8, PT SPIL, together with the Indonesian Conservation Institute (ICI) and local communities, transplanted 500 coral seedlings at Grand Watu Dodol Beach, Banyuwangi, East Java. This initiative aims to repair damaged marine ecosystems and support marine biodiversity.
PT SPIL’s Head of ESG, Andri Theja, revealed that as a company that depends on the health of the sea, PT SPIL feels responsible for contributing to preserving coral reefs. “Through this activity, we hope to repair damaged ecosystems and support marine biodiversity,” he said in an official statement on Tuesday, June 11.
ICI Director Ziadatur Rizqiyah added that the condition of coral reefs on Grand Watu Dodol Beach is quite good and stable. “This transplantation project is a form of support for the natural coral reef ecosystem at Grand Watu Dodol Beach. Monitoring will always be carried out by ICI to monitor the health condition and survival of corals,” she said, adding that the condition of coral reefs at Grand Watu Dodol Beach is healthy and stable, making it an ideal location for coral transplantation.
Besides coral transplantation, ICI also has an environmental education program that invites the community to participate in efforts to maintain or save coastal and marine ecosystems. (Hartatik)
