Karpowership Ghana Company Limited has reinforced its commitment to environmental sustainability and community development with a tree planting exercise at Essikado in the Western Region.
The initiative, which forms part of the company’s environmental sustainability efforts, led to the planting of 1,000 trees.
A statement issued in Accra by Mr Michael Sa-Ambo, Communications Specialist of Karpowership Ghana, said the trees included mahogany and mansonia species, as the company continues to support Ghana’s afforestation agenda and climate action initiatives.
The exercise brought together key stakeholders, including the Western Regional Minister, Mr Joseph Nelson; the Paramount Chief of Essikado, Nana Kobina Nketsia V; the Queen Mother of Essikado; other traditional leaders; and Mr Elikem Kotoko, the Deputy Chief Executive of the Forestry Commission.
Others were staff of the Forestry Commission, representatives from the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), management and staff of Karpowership Ghana, students, and members of the Essikado community.
Also, students from Anglican Basic School and Methodist School actively participated in the exercise, planting trees alongside dignitaries as part of efforts to promote environmental awareness and instil a culture of sustainability among the youth.
Mr Nelson commended Karpowership Ghana for its leadership in environmental conservation and urged other corporate organisations to emulate the initiative.
He noted that protecting the environment required collective responsibility and strong collaboration between government, businesses, traditional authorities, schools, communities, and individuals.
“What Karpowership Ghana has demonstrated today is the kind of commitment we need from corporate Ghana. I encourage other organisations to emulate this example and invest in initiatives that protect our environment and support sustainable development,” he said.
Nana Nketsia V, who led the tree planting exercise, emphasised the importance of preserving natural resources for future generations.
He highlighted the role of traditional leadership in promoting environmental protection and encouraging communities to take ownership of sustainability efforts.
“The land we have today is a heritage we have received and a responsibility we must protect. Every tree planted is a contribution towards securing a better environment for generations yet unborn,” Nana Nketsia V said.
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission praised Karpowership Ghana for its continued support towards Ghana’s afforestation drive.
He noted that partnerships between government institutions, traditional authorities, educational institutions, and the private sector were essential for restoring forest cover and building climate resilience.
“The restoration of our environment cannot be achieved by one institution alone. When corporate organisations take action and partner with national efforts like this, we create a stronger and more sustainable impact,” he said.
Ms Sandra Amarquaye, Communications Manager of Karpowership Ghana, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to balancing reliable energy generation with environmental responsibility.
She said as one of Ghana’s efficient power generation partners, the company recognised that sustainable development required protecting the environment while supporting national growth.
“Providing reliable power must go hand in hand with protecting the environment that sustains our communities. Sustainability is not only about what we do today, but the legacy we leave for future generations,” she said.
The tree planting exercise forms part of Karpowership Ghana’s broader sustainability programme, which has seen the company plant 15,000 trees across Ghana over the past four years.
The company noted that trees play a critical role in improving air quality, protecting water sources, preventing soil erosion, supporting biodiversity, and strengthening communities against climate-related challenges.
GNA
