Summary
- About 80 youths planted 500 trees in Relau.
- The programme coincides with the fifth anniversary of Penang Hill’s UNESCO Biosphere Reserve recognition.
- Wong Hon Wai says community action can strengthen Penang’s environmental resilience.
AIR ITAM, September 15 — About 80 youths planted 500 trees in Relau as part of efforts to promote environmental awareness and sustainable communities in Penang.
Paya Terubong assemblyman Wong Hon Wai said the iGreen Warriors Tree Planting programme encouraged young people to turn environmental awareness into practical action.
The initiative coincides with the fifth anniversary of Penang Hill’s designation as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on Sept 15.
Wong said tree planting could improve local greenery, support the ecological environment and help reduce the urban heat island effect.
While encouraging communities to take greater responsibility for protecting their surroundings.
