Collaborating with the Department of Fisheries of Perak, the programme aimed to promote the conservation of seas turtles through stabilising and increasing sea turtle population.
The programme was held at the Turtle Conservation and Information Centre (TCIC) in Lumut with 40 volunteer employees from Sapura Energy donating their time to the cause.
The volunteers relocated over 100 fresh sea turtle eggs to a new hatchery nest named “Sapura Energy” and released over 40 baby turtles into the sea.
The programme also involves volunteers also taking part in “gotong-royong” activities at the Turtle Conversation and Information Centre which include cleaning up the pool, beach and surrounding areas for a cleaner, healthier environment.
The Save the Turtles programme contributed towards Sapura Energy’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) environment initiative.
Sapura Energy are constantly working towards improving environmental outcomes through sustainable methods and collaborations with local organisations.
This years’ Save the Turtle programme follows the success of last years’ in November.
Malaysia hosts four of the seven species of sea turtles in their waters including Leatherback, Green, Hawksbill, and Olive ridley turtles, all listed as endangered species.
Sapura Energy’s efforts with their volunteers and collaboration will make a positive impact in reducing the declining population numbers of the turtles.
