Sarawak’s Tree-Planting Drive Hits 6,200 Trees

🌿 A Greener Sarawak Starts With You

Hey eco-warriors! If you’re part of the Malaysian Gen Z or Millennial crowd that cares about climate change, biodiversity, and meaningful impact, this one’s for you. Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) just planted 2,500 native tree seedlings at Miri’s Piasau Nature Reserve—and it’s not just a feel-good moment. It’s part of ecoGreenPlanet, a powerful greening initiative that now totals 6,200 trees planted, and it’s aiming for 10,000 by 2027.

More than just a hashtag-worthy campaign, ecoGreenPlanet is creating real impact for climate action, wildlife conservation, and sustainable tourism—and you can be part of it.

🌳 Tree Planting in Sarawak: ecoGreenPlanet Hits 6,200 Trees

Since its launch in 2023, the ecoGreenPlanet Initiative—a collaboration between STB and Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC)—has been restoring Sarawak’s green lungs with native seedlings.

The latest effort in Miri’s Piasau Nature Reserve saw 2,500 trees planted, bringing the total to 6,200 trees—already 62% of the way to its 10,000-tree target by 2027.

Why This Matters:

Estimated 1,085 tonnes of CO₂ will be offset over the next 10 years.
Supports Malaysia’s Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030.
Revives natural habitats for wildlife and enhances biodiversity.

“Today is not only about planting trees, it is about planting hope, partnerships, and accountability,” said YB Dato Dennis Ngau, Chairman of STB.
“We are shaping a resilient, responsible future for our people, our planet, and our tourism industry.”

🌎 How Sarawak Is Leading Green Tourism in Malaysia

Sarawak’s ecoGreenPlanet Initiative isn’t just about planting trees—it’s a multi-layered green movement redefining tourism.

Linked to Major Eco Events

This year’s tree planting ties directly into the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) 2025, which is evolving into one of Malaysia’s most eco-conscious festivals.

Here’s how STB is upping its sustainability game:

🚍 Shuttle Bus System to cut traffic emissions
☀️ Solar-powered stations for charging & lighting (with Sarawak Energy Berhad)
♻️ Upcycled wristbands turned into handmade lanyards by single mothers
🛢️ Used cooking oil transformed into biodiesel (in partnership with SD Guthrie)
🐾 Interactive booths on wildlife, recycling & carbon tracking with:

Sustainability Tip:
“Upcycling everyday waste into something useful—like biodiesel or handmade lanyards—is a powerful way to reduce your carbon footprint,” says Nadia Rahim, sustainable event planner and eco consultant.

🌱 Sarawak’s Eco Mission Supports Global SDGs

ecoGreenPlanet isn’t just a local feel-good initiative—it’s strategically aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), making it part of a global movement.

Key SDGs Supported:

SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption & Production
SDG 13 – Climate Action
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

By embedding sustainability into tourism, STB ensures that Sarawak’s travel industry becomes part of the climate solution, not the problem.

🌴 Where Else Has STB Planted Trees?

Aside from Piasau Nature Reserve in Miri, ecoGreenPlanet has already covered:

Samunsam Wildlife Sanctuary
Bukit Lima Nature Reserve

These areas aren’t just tree-planting zones—they’re biodiversity hotspots that serve as sanctuaries for endangered species like the proboscis monkey and hornbills.