At a glance
- Company
- Yayasan PETRONAS
- Announcement
- Partnership
- Location
- Kuala Lumpur
Key figures
- First-phase duration
- two years
- Memoranda of understanding
- two
People
- Shariah Nelly FrancisCEO of Yayasan PETRONAS
Products and programs
KUALA LUMPUR, September 19, 2024 -- Yayasan PETRONAS has taken an important step into the conservation of marine ecosystems through a Seagrass Mapping and Community-Based Programme, after inking two Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Department of Fisheries Malaysia (DOF) and Sabah Biodiversity Centre (SaBC) covering the mapping of seagrass meadows in Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah, respectively.
The first phase of the programme, which will run for two years is set to kick off in Johor and Sabah where seagrass meadows form critical habitats for marine biodiversity. The MoUs with DOF and SaBC were signed on 12th September and 26th July, respectively. Shariah Nelly Francis, CEO of Yayasan PETRONAS shared that, “This programme, under our environmental pillar, aims to promote and advance environmental conservation in Malaysia, particularly in seagrass conservation. We are committed to implementing initiatives that not only protect the environment and conserve seagrass ecosystems in Malaysia, but also strengthen community resilience in facing future climate challenges.”
Shariah Nelly added that studies and research through comprehensive seagrass mapping will not only contribute to a better understanding of ecosystem management. Furthermore, mapping of seagrass meadows will also provide essential data that will serve as the groundwork for conservation plans.
Additionally, the partnership with DOF and SaBC will also engage in educational and awareness initiatives for local communities, highlighting the significance of seagrass ecosystems and their vital role in supporting both environmental health and community wellbeing.
“Seagrass mapping is one part of the programme. The other critical part of this programme is to involve communities living along the seagrass meadows to become stewards, inculcate a sense of responsibility and assist in efforts to protect this important habitat,” she said.
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Questions around this news
What is the Seagrass Mapping and Community-Based Programme?
The programme is an initiative to map seagrass meadows and support conservation in Malaysia. The release says its research is intended to improve understanding of ecosystem management and provide data that can inform conservation plans. It also includes education and awareness activities for local communities, with the aim of involving people who live near the meadows in protecting them.
Where will the programme begin, and how long will its first phase last?
The first phase is planned to begin in Johor and Sabah and run for two years. The mapping work is intended to cover seagrass meadows in Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah, with separate agreements involving the Department of Fisheries Malaysia and the Sabah Biodiversity Centre. The release does not provide more specific locations within Johor or Sabah.
Which organizations are partnering on the seagrass mapping?
Yayasan PETRONAS signed memorandums of understanding with the Department of Fisheries Malaysia and the Sabah Biodiversity Centre. The Department of Fisheries Malaysia partnership covers mapping in Peninsular Malaysia, while the Sabah Biodiversity Centre partnership concerns Sabah. The release also describes community education and awareness as part of the programme.
How are local communities expected to take part in seagrass conservation?
The programme plans to involve people living along seagrass meadows in education and awareness activities. Its stated approach is to encourage community members to act as stewards, build a sense of responsibility for the habitat and assist with protection efforts. The release presents community participation as a key part of the initiative alongside mapping and research.
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