Planting to protect the environment and empower local communities

10 Jun 2024

Trees and other plants are essential to the environment, helping to reduce soil erosion, improve air quality and provide habitats for many of our planet’s incredible species. But with the natural world facing increasing threats from the likes of climate change and a growing global population, there is a greater need for positive human intervention.

As a purpose-led company, our teams around the world are actively involved in planting campaigns that revitalise the environment as well as fostering community spirit and highlighting the importance of collective action in building a greener future.

Distributing saplings and school supplies

In celebration of World Environment Day on 5 June, Intertek Bangladesh helped organise a tree planting campaign on the grounds of a high school in Tejgaon, Dhaka. At the event, Intertek team members planted and distributed 75 saplings – or young trees – as well as providing stationery supplies to 250 students, many from underprivileged backgrounds.

Protecting biodiversity

Intertek Sri Lanka also celebrated World Environment Day by organising a planting event. The team planted a variety of plants, selected for their abilities to visually enhance the area, provide sustenance for local wildlife and improve the health of the surrounding ecosystem. As a token of appreciation, each participating colleague received a sapling of their own.

Planting to inspire sustainability

Intertek Assuris’ Sustainability team in India marked World Environment Day with Zydus Wellness, a consumer wellness company and one of our ESG assurance customers, at its site in Moriaya, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Alongside the team from Zydus Wellness, our colleagues planted trees across the company’s premises in recognition of our shared commitment to sustainability and ecological stewardship.

Enhancing the local environment

In Abu Dhabi, members of our UAE Industry Services team participated in a tree planting drive in collaboration with the Emirates Environmental Group and Abu Dhabi City Municipality. This effort was part of the ‘For our Emirates we Plant’ programme, which aims to enhance the local environment through active community engagement and corporate responsibility.