Dr. Shahabuddin Amerudin, a distinguished lecturer from the Geoinformation Programme at the Faculty of Built Environment and Surveying, spearheaded the highly successful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programme. This collaborative initiative, in partnership with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) and the Kg. Sg. Timun, Linggi, Negeri Sembilan community, saw active participation from 21 talented students pursuing their Bachelor Degree of Science in Geoinformatics. These students, currently enrolled in the SBEG3583 GIS Software System course, utilised their expertise to develop an innovative geotagging system based on the valuable experience gained from this programme.
Joining them were esteemed individuals such as Prof. Ir. Dr. Mohd Fadhil Md Din, a Director for Campus Sustainability at UTM, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zulhilmi Ismail, a Director from the Centre for River and Coastal Engineering at UTM. The ARC Club UTM, known for its unwavering commitment to environmental causes, played a vital role in the successful execution of the programme. Additionally, Mr. Habibun Najar from the Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) enriched the project with his extensive knowledge and insights into nature and biodiversity conservation.
On Saturday, June 4, 2022, we proudly celebrated the successful completion of our CSR programme, which focused on the preservation of our environment through the planting of mangrove forest tree seeds. A cornerstone of our initiative was the utilisation of the cutting-edge Mangrove Forest Tree Identification and Geotagging mobile app. This advanced application allowed us to effectively capture and record essential information about the tree seeds, ensuring meticulous management and ongoing monitoring.
Throughout the programme, we actively planted approximately 100 mangrove forest tree seeds, symbolising our unwavering dedication to environmental conservation and the restoration of the local ecosystem. By engaging in this hands-on planting process, we aimed to nurture the growth of a sustainable mangrove forest, leaving a profound legacy for generations to come.
The exceptional Mangrove Forest Tree Identification and Geotagging Mobile App played a pivotal role in our success. This state-of-the-art app facilitated precise documentation and streamlined management by enabling us to meticulously record vital information, including species and location, in an online database. Through geotagging, we ensured continuous monitoring of the trees’ growth and development, empowering us to make well-informed decisions and actively contribute to ongoing conservation efforts.
Through the collective efforts of UTM, the Kg. Sg. Timun community, and our dedicated participants, we successfully planted approximately 100 mangrove forest tree seeds. Additionally, we tagged around 100 existing mangrove trees, significantly bolstering preservation and monitoring efforts within this invaluable ecosystem.
We cordially invite you to join us in our CSR programme and make a meaningful contribution to the preservation of the mangrove forest ecosystem. By becoming part of this transformative initiative, you will actively engage in environmental conservation, gain invaluable knowledge, and make a lasting positive impact on the community.
Stay connected with us for updates on our CSR programme and upcoming events by visiting our official website at https://www.kstutm.com and following our social media channels. Together, let us embark on a journey towards a sustainable future, leaving an indelible imprint on our precious environment.