Environmental sustainability is determined not only by the conservation of forests but also by the health of coastal and marine ecosystems that support life. As part of the 2026 World Environment Day programme, Agincourt Resources organised a Mangrove Conservation Clean-up Campaign and an Artificial Reef Construction Workshop at the Pandan Mangrove Conservation Area, Central Tapanuli Regency, on 25th June 2026.
Held under the theme “It’s Time to Act for the Climate”, the event brought together local communities, regional government representatives, environmental organisations, members of the media, and Agincourt Resources employees in a collaborative effort to safeguard coastal ecosystems.
The programme was organised in partnership with Yamantab Waste Bank and the Mandiri Lestari Forest Farmer Group. Activities began with a clean-up of the beach and surrounding mangrove forest. A total of 60 participants collected approximately 150 kilograms of waste, including plastic, paper, cardboard, metal cans, and glass. All collected waste was sorted before being managed and recycled through Yamantab Waste Bank as part of the implementation of circular economy principles.
Damai Mendrofa, Chair of Yamantab Central Tapanuli, explained that the initiative aimed to raise public awareness of the importance of protecting mangrove ecosystems while encouraging visitors to take responsibility for the waste they generate, preventing pollution of both the sea and mangrove habitats.
In addition to the clean-up campaign, participants attended a knowledge-sharing session on coastal ecosystems delivered by Yuna Ratna Wulansari, Biodiversity Researcher from Agincourt Resources’ Environment Department. The session highlighted the interconnected roles of mangrove forests, seagrass meadows, and coral reefs in maintaining the ecological balance of coastal environments.
The programme continued with a hands-on training session on the construction of artificial coral reefs, led by Manager of Biodiversity & Environmental Strategic Development, Syaiful Anwar, together with Damai Mendrofa. During the session, participants gained a deeper understanding of the vital role of coral reefs as habitats for diverse marine life, natural barriers that protect coastlines from erosion, natural water filters, and essential ecosystems that support sustainable fisheries. The session also explored the major threats facing coral reef ecosystems and the various rehabilitation measures available, including the installation of artificial coral reefs and coral transplantation. Following the presentation, participants took part in a practical exercise, constructing artificial coral reef modules under the guidance of the facilitators.
Rahman Sibuea, Chair of Kelompok Tani Hutan (KTH) Mandiri Lestari, expressed his appreciation for the collaboration among all parties involved in making the programme a success. He noted that the strong partnership between local communities, community organisations, and the company represents a tangible commitment to conserving mangrove and marine ecosystems while fostering a culture of environmental stewardship across Central Tapanuli Regency.
