Supporting World Environment Day 2026, PT Bhimasena Power Indonesia Prepares 30,000 Mangrove Seedlings to Expand and Restore Green Coastal Areas in Batang Regency

Bhimasena Power, Batang Power Plant – PT Bhimasena Power Indonesia (BPI) participated in and supported the 2026 World Environment Day celebrations held at both the Central Java Provincial and Batang Regency levels on Saturday, 6 June 2026. Carrying the national theme, "Time to Act for the Climate," this year's commemoration served as an important opportunity to strengthen concrete actions and collaboration among stakeholders in addressing the challenges of climate change.

During the Central Java Provincial World Environment Day celebration, Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi emphasized that environmental conservation should go beyond awareness and understanding and must be translated into tangible actions that deliver meaningful benefits for both the environment and society. Through the theme "Time to Act for the Climate," the Provincial Government encouraged all sectors of society to strengthen collective action in addressing climate change, preserving the environment, and supporting the realization of a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable, low-carbon, and climate-resilient Central Java.

This commitment was reflected in a series of environmental activities conducted simultaneously across Central Java, including in Batang Regency. To commemorate World Environment Day 2026, the Batang Regency Environmental Agency, together with government institutions, private companies, academic institutions, community organizations, and students, organized a tree-planting program in Denasri Kulon Village, Batang District.

The event was attended by the Assistant for Economic Affairs and Development of the Batang Regency Regional Secretariat, members of the Regional Leadership Coordination Forum (Forkopimda), the Head of Batang District, environmental advocates, personnel from the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and National Police (Polri), academics, and students. Activities included the World Environment Day ceremony, symbolic and collective tree planting, and a Zoom teleconference with the Central Java Provincial Government and the Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Indonesia.

On the occasion, Rusmanto, Head of the Batang Regency Environmental Agency, expressed his appreciation to all stakeholders for their collaboration in supporting environmental conservation and greening initiatives throughout the regency.

"World Environment Day is more than a ceremonial event—it is a momentum to strengthen the commitment and concrete actions of all elements of society in protecting the environment. We highly appreciate the contributions of various stakeholders, including the private sector, in supporting mangrove planting and the development of green coastal areas in Batang Regency. Collaboration like this is essential to creating a healthier, more sustainable, and resilient environment," he said.

As part of its support for the initiative, PT Bhimasena Power Indonesia, through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, has prepared 30,000 mangrove seedlings to support coastal ecosystem conservation in Batang Regency throughout 2026. Of these, 20,000 seedlings will be allocated for new planting initiatives, while the remaining 10,000 seedlings will be used for gap-filling and restoration planting to improve the survival rate and long-term sustainability of existing mangrove forests.

The program forms part of the Company's long-term commitment to protecting coastal ecosystems, strengthening environmental resilience, reducing the risk of coastal erosion, and enhancing climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. In addition to improving coastal environmental quality, the mangrove planting and restoration program is expected to strengthen marine habitats and increase carbon sequestration capacity as part of broader efforts to support long-term climate resilience.

General Manager of Stakeholder Relations at PT Bhimasena Power Indonesia, Aryamir H. Sulasmoro, reaffirmed BPI's commitment to being an active partner in environmental conservation and climate resilience.

"We fully support the Central Java Provincial Government's call to transform environmental awareness into concrete action. For BPI, environmental sustainability is not merely a commitment—it is an integral part of our corporate responsibility in supporting regional development and climate resilience. In 2026, BPI has prepared 30,000 mangrove seedlings, consisting of 20,000 for new planting and 10,000 for restoration planting, as our tangible contribution to protecting coastal ecosystems while creating long-term benefits for local communities," he said.

He further emphasized that, as a company operating and growing alongside the people of Batang Regency, BPI believes sustainable development can only be achieved when economic growth, reliable energy supply, and environmental stewardship progress together.

"We believe that the challenges of climate change can only be addressed through strong and sustained collaboration. Therefore, BPI will continue strengthening partnerships with government institutions, local communities, academia, and other stakeholders to build a greener, more resilient, and more sustainable future. In line with our vision of becoming Indonesia's most reliable Independent Power Producer (IPP), we are committed to ensuring that reliable electricity generation goes hand in hand with environmental responsibility and community well-being," Aryamir concluded.

This initiative forms part of BPI's ongoing coastal conservation program. Throughout 2025, the Company planted more than 60,000 mangrove seedlings along the Batang coastline and the northern coast of Java. In 2026, BPI continues this commitment by providing 30,000 additional mangrove seedlings for new planting and restoration activities, reinforcing the success of coastal rehabilitation efforts while supporting long-term climate resilience.