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Carbon Management

Planting Seeds for a Sustainable Tomorrow The Nenggiri Hydroelectric Project

TNB’s My Brighter Green programme emphasizes Goal 13 of Large-scale development projects can have environmental
the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which is Climate impacts, but TNB’s Nenggiri Hydroelectric Project
Action. Addressing climate change is crucial as it impacts demonstrates our commitment to balancing progress with
ecosystems, economies, and human well-being. Goal 13 Mangroves responsibility. We planted 175,890 rubber trees (covering
urges urgent action to combat climate change and build approximately 6,500 acres, approximately sequestering
resilience. Tree planting is a powerful tool in this effort, as Thriving in coastal wetland ecosystems, mangroves serve as 7,035 tCO2e annually) in the Orang Asli resettlement area.
nature’s frontline defense against rising sea levels and powerful
trees act as natural carbon sinks, absorbing greenhouse storms. Their intricate root systems trap and store excess This initiative:
gases and mitigating their harmful effects. rainwater, reducing flood risks. They also absorb wave energy,
protecting coastlines from erosion. Additionally, mangroves
support marine biodiversity by providing a vital nursery habitat
Launched on September 1, 2023, My Brighter Green focuses for species like shellfish and crabs. For local communities, 1. Provides Sustainable Livelihoods
on planting two types of trees: mangrove trees (pokok bakau) mangrove ecosystems offer sustainable food sources and income Rubber trees offer the Orang Asli community a sustainable income source,
and landscape trees. Each type provides unique environmental through fishing and handicraft production. promoting economic independence and improving quality of life.
benefits.

Mangrove Restoration: 2. Enhances Environmental Sustainability
Preserving Coastal Ecosystems These trees act as carbon sinks, contributing to carbon sequestration and
demonstrating that economic development and environmental well-being
can coexist.
Sustainability management extends to coastal ecosystems as
well. Healthy coastlines depend on healthy forests; mangrove Landscape Trees
roots stabilize shorelines while forests prevent soil erosion
that can harm coastal areas. TNB’s mangrove planting program, These trees benefit urban and inland areas by providing shade,
which reduces ambient temperatures and creates cooler
launched in 2021, reflects our commitment to both terrestrial microclimates. This helps mitigate the "urban heat island effect,"
and marine environments. In 2023, we planted 2,635 here dense building concentrations trap heat. Landscape trees
mangrove trees (covering approximately equivalent to 5.87 also act as natural air filters, absorbing carbon dioxide-a major
greenhouse gas—and releasing oxygen. Their root systems
acres), reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 105.4 prevent soil erosion, particularly on slopes and unstable land.
tonnes annually and contributing to coastal ecosystem
restoration.

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