ENVIRONMENT

HCV/HCS PROTECTION & MANAGEMENT

In line with the RSPO, we are committed to preserving and protecting High Conservation Value (HCV) as well as High Carbon Stock (HCS) sites. HCV are areas that are important due to their biological, ecological, social or cultural value, while HCS are essential forest sites that contain large stores of carbon (i.e. trees) and/or biodiversity.


HCV area

1,131.1 HA

Conservation land

276.25 HA

Our plantation boundaries are adjacent to many forested regions that support various ecosystems. Our Johor plantations border the Endau-Rompin National Park and the Labis Forest Reserve. As a responsible operator in these regions, our environmental management practices aim to minimise environmental impacts and focus on conserving our nation’s natural habitats.


Labis Forest Reserve

Sungai Tawing Estate

Endau Rompin National Park

Tereh Utara Estate Sungai Sembrong Estate
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Endau-Rompin National Park

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Labis Forest Reserve

HOW DO WE DO IT?

ENHANCING BIODIVERSITY

ZERO DEFORESTATION

ENHANCING HUMAN ELEPHANT
CO-EXISTANCE

TREE PLANTING PROGRAMME

We have been maintaining wildlife corridors that link natural habitats within our estates since 2011 allowing for the unimpeded movement of animals which is important for their survival. We have a Biodiversity policy in place, prohibiting hunting, fishing and taking of fauna within the estate and adjacent areas. Regular inspection and monitoring in our buffer zones are done to monitor the status of wildlife on our estates. We also collaborate with several organisations on anti-poaching programmes:

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Through our subscription to the Global Forest Watch satellite provider, we strive to ensure that our supply chain lives up to our “No Deforestation, No New Development on Peat and No Exploitation of People and Local Communities” (NDPE) Policy by monitoring deforestation in our supply base.

ZERO DEFORESTATION

within our boundaries during our routine monitoring for the year.

A key biodiversity issue has been the encroachment of elephants into our estates and neighbouring residential areas. We work closely with related government agencies and NGOs, collaborating on research focused on Human-Elephant Conflict in oil palm plantations. Some of our other mitigating efforts include:

Established wildlife corridors that link natural habitat which allow the unimpeded movement of animals which important for their survival

Discovered the potential of implementing biological fences that can serve as food sources to the elephant

Tree Planting program under

1MRFF

continuity from
Infaq Warisan Program

From 2023 to 2033,
the total number of trees to be planted will amount to

680,000

(1,088 ha x 625 trees),
contributing to approximately total 8,268 MT of carbon dioxide sequestered from the atmosphere.

320,000

(Trees to be planted in collaboration with external parties)

REDUCTION OF CARBON EMISSIONS

To achieve our target of 50% carbon emission reduction from our 2012 baseline by 2025, we have adopted short-term and long-term initiatives which includes the integration of waste and pollution management and the production of renewable energy.


Discover our percentage of reduction below:

2012

1.76

MT CO2e / MT CPO & PK

2015

36%

reduction*

1.13 MT CO2e/ MT CPO & PK
2022

47%

reduction*

0.93 MT CO2e/ MT CPO & PK
2025

50%

reduction*

Our projected Target
2050

NET
ZERO

carbon emissions
*Reduction statistics based on comparison to the baseline year 2012
*Calculate using the RSPO PalmGHG calculator

RENEWABLE ENERGY

We have been generating Renewable Energy (RE) using waste from our mills since 2016, when our first biogas plant was commissioned. Through the generation of RE, we are able to significantly reduce our carbon footprint through lower electricity offtake from the national grid and lower methane emissions from our bio-waste.

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PALM OIL MILL EFFLUENT (POME) & PALM KERNEL SHELLS (PKS)

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PALM OIL MILL EFFLUENT (POME) & PALM KERNEL SHELLS (PKS)

The by-products of palm are used to generate biogas.

Through this, we are able to significantly reduce our carbon footprint.

BIOGAS PLANTS

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BIOGAS PLANTS

Biogas plants have been set up at all our mills. All JPB mills achieve 100% methane capture.

Our Sedenak facility is being upgraded into a biomethane plant while the biogas plants at Sindora and Tereh mills will be upgraded for bio-CNG commercialisation.

BIOMETHANE GAS

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BIOMETHANE GAS

Biomethane is upgraded biogas which will be utilised as renewable gas for industry purposes.

Our Sedenak facility is being upgraded into a biomethane plant while the biogas plants at Sindora and Tereh mills will be upgraded for bio-CNG commercialisation.

Produce biomethane up to 250,000 MMBtu /year which is equivalent to 381,679 Units of 14kg Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)

WATER MANAGEMENT

Recognising the importance of conserving water and ensuring water quality in the country’s waterways, we strive to manage water responsibly to prevent contamination as well as excessive water use in our operations.

MANAGING WATER QUALITY

Over the last five years, we have been successful in maintaining our BOD below DOE’s requirements, while fully complying with the Environment Quality Act 1974 through the following steps:

  • Planting fast-growing leguminous cover crops in erosion-prone areas to prevent erosion in our estates.
  • Reduce water pollution from heavy metals, by combining inorganic and organic fertilisers derived from EFB
  • Monitor the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) of surrounding water bodies.

RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION

In order to reduce our consumption, we also recycle water from steriliser condensates in our mills.

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Mill water consumption was at

1.13 m3 per tonne of FFB

which is below the targeted
1.2m3 per tonne of FFB

OTHER EFFORTS INCLUDE:

ACHIEVEMENTS & TARGETS

CARBON EMISSIONS

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As of 2022,

47%

reduction since 2012

Target

50%

reduction by 2025

NDPE COMMITMENT

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100%

commitment to No Deforestation, No Peat, and No Exploitation throughout our chain of operations

INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT

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Active ingredient used in 2022 decreased to

0.61 litres/ha

compared to 0.90 litres/ha in 2021

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Learn how we are empowering our community and making a tangible difference

GOVERNANCE

Find out how we are building resilience into our value chain and upholding the highest standards of corporate accountability

  • PERSATUAN PEMULIHARAAN HIDUPAN LIAR (WCS)

    Persatuan Pemuliharaan Hidupan Liar (WCS) adalah sebuah organisasi bukan keuntungan yang berdedikasi untuk melindungi hidupan liar dan ekosistem semula jadi. Kolaborasi kami tertumpu pada beberapa strategi pemuliharaan, termasuklah menetapkan dan menguruskan kawasan dilindungi. Kawasan-kawasan ini menjadi pusat perlindungan untuk hidupan liar, mengekalkan kepelbagaian biologi, dan mempromosi pengurusan sumber serta tanah secara lestari. Program kolaborasi yang dilaksanakan adalah termasuk melindungi habitat, membanteras penyeludupan hidupan liar, dan merangka pelan pemuliharaan untuk memastikan kelangsungan kehidupan beberapa spesies terancam.

  • YAYASAN EARTHWORM (EF)

    Yayasan Earthworm, dikenali dahulu sebagai The Forest Trust (TFT), adalah sebuah organisasi bukan keuntungan yang berdedikasi untuk mempromosi kelestarian dan amalan penyumberan beretika dalam pelbagai industri, khususnya minyak sawit. Menjalin kerjasama dengan Yayasan Earthworm melambangkan komitmen kami untuk mengguna pakai amalan-amalan yang beretika dan bertanggungjawab.

  • PERSATUAN PENCINTA ALAM MALAYSIA (MNS)

    Persatuan Pencinta Alam Malaysia (MNS) adalah sebuah organisasi bukan kerajaan (NGO) yang tertumpu pada usaha pemuliharaan warisan semula jadi Malaysia. Kami komited dan aktif:

    • Melibatkan diri dalam semua bengkel, acara dan aktiviti MNS
    • Menyertai projek pemuliharaan dan lawatan padang
    • Mengambil peluang untuk menjalin hubungan dengan ahli-ahli lain atau pakar bidang
    • Menyokong dan melibatkan diri dalam inisiatif serta kempen pemuliharaan MNS

  • INISIATIF PELAPORAN GLOBAL (GRI)

    Inisiatif Pelaporan Global (GRI) mempunyai sebuah komuniti yang terdiri daripada beberapa organisasi yang terlibat secara aktif dalam pelaporan kelestarian dan menggunakan rangka kerja GRI sebagai panduan. Kami komited untuk:

    • Terus menjadi mendahului industri sebagai pemain utama dan menjadi organisasi pertama yang membawa pembangunan berkaitan GRI, Piawaian GRI dan trend-trend dalam landskap pelaporan kelestarian
    • Melengkapkan organisasi dengan pengetahuan praktikal, peralatan dan inspirasi untuk mencapai tahap ketelusan korporat yang tertinggi
    • Memahami dan mempraktikkan amalan pelaporan kelestarian yang terbaik
    • Memupuk inovasi di peringkat global melalaui kolaborasi serta meningkatkan lagi kualiti pendedahan

  • SASPO

    SASPO, yang dikelola oleh WWF-Singapura, adalah suatu inisiatif perniagaan yang menyatukan syarikat dari pelbagai sektor untuk menangani isu rantaian bekalan berkenaan minyak sawit dan berusaha meningkatkan bekalan dan permintaan minyak sawit lestari yang diperakui. Kami berdedikasi untuk mencapai sasaran penggunaan 100% minyak sawit yang bebas daripada penebangan hutan dan penukaran ekosistem semula jadi), serta berusaha mendapatkan 100% minyak sawit lestari yang diperakui RSPO.

  • KOMPAK GLOBAL PERTUBUHAN BANGSA-BANGSA BERSATU (UNGC)

    UNGC, atau Kompak Global Pertubuhan Bangsa-Bangsa Bersatu, adalah suatu inisiatif sukarela yang menggalakkan perniagaan dan organisasi untuk mengguna pakai polisi serta amalan lestari yang selaras dengan tanggungjawab sosial kami. Kami berusaha untuk menyediakan suatu rangka kerja yang akan menyelaraskan pengoperasian dan strategi kami dengan sepuluh prinsip global yang umum termasuklah perkara melibatkan hak asasi manusia, tenaga kerja, alam sekitar dan antirasuah.

  • MINYAK SAWIT LESTARI MALAYSIA (“MSPO”)

    MSPO, atau Minyak Sawit Lestari Malaysia Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil, adalah suatu skim pensijilan yang dibangunkan oleh Majlis Pensijilan Minyak Sawit Malaysia (MPOCC) untuk menggalakkan pemupukan amalan lestari dalam industri minyak sawit Malaysia. Kami berusaha untuk menunjukkan komitmen kami terhadap pengeluaran minyak sawit yang mampan melalui pensijilan MSPO. Pematuhan terhadap syarat pensijilan MSPO membawa beberapa kelebihan, termasuklah pengiktirafan sebagai pengeluar minyak sawit yang lestar, akses pada peluang pasaran yang mengutamakan penyumberan lestari, dan kebenaran untuk meletakan logo MSPO pada produk yang diperakui. Penerimaan sijil ini menunjukkan komitmen organisasi kami untuk memikul tanggungjawab alam sekitar dan sosial dalam industri minyak sawit.

  • MEJA BULAT BERKENAAN MINYAK SAWIT LESTARI (“RSPO”)

    Keahilan RSPO boleh dipohon secara sukarela dan terbuka kepada semua organisasi yang terlibat dalam mana-mana bahagian di rantaian bekalan minyak sawit atau berminat untuk mempromosi amalan pengeluaran minyak sawit yang lestari. Untuk menjadi ahli RSPO, terdapat beberapa kriteria tertentu yang perlu dipenuhi di samping mematuhi Prinsip dan Kriteria RSPO untuk Pengeluaran Minyak Sawit Lestari. Johor Plantations Berhad menyertai RSPO pada tahun 2004 di bawah nama syarikat induk kami, Perbadanan Johor. Syarikat kami berdedikasi untuk mengekalkan status pensijilan yang diterima dan mematuhi Prinsip & Kriteria RSPO sepenuhnya.

  • WILDLIFE CONSERVATION SOCIETY (WCS)

    Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a global non-profit organisation dedicated to conserving wildlife and protecting natural ecosystems. Our collaboration focuses on a range of conservation strategies, including establishing and managing protected areas. These protected areas provide safe havens for wildlife, preserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable land and resource management. The collaboration program also includes protecting habitats, combating wildlife trafficking, and implementing conservation plans to ensure the survival of key species.

  • EARTHWORM FOUNDATION (EF)

    Earthworm Foundation, formerly known as The Forest Trust (TFT), is a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting sustainability and responsible sourcing practices in various industries, especially palm oil. Engaging with Earthworm Foundation signifies a commitment to responsible and ethical practices.

  • THE MALAYSIA NATURE SOCIETY (MNS)

    The Malaysia Nature Society (MNS) is a non-governmental organization (NGO) focused on the conservation of Malaysia’s natural heritage. We are committed and active:

    • Involvement in MNS activities, events, and workshops
    • Participate in conservation projects and field trips
    • Networking opportunities with other members and experts in the field
    • Support and involvement in MNS conservation initiatives and campaigns

  • GLOBAL REPORTING INITIATIVE (GRI)

    Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has a community of organisations that are actively engaged in sustainability reporting and use the GRI framework as a guide. We are committed to:

    • Stay ahead of the curve and be the first in developments regarding GRI, the GRI Standards and trends in the sustainability reporting landscape
    • Equip the organisation with practical knowledge, tools and inspiration to achieve stronger internal alignment on corporate transparency
    • Gain first-hand understanding of best sustainability reporting practices
    • Foster global innovation through collaboration and improve the quality of disclosure

  • SASPO

    SASPO is a business initiative that brings companies together across varying sectors to tackle supply chain issues around palm oil and work towards increasing the supply and demand of certified sustainable palm oil in Singapore. SASPO, facilitated by WWF-Singapore, is a business initiative that brings companies together across varying sectors to tackle supply chain issues around palm oil and work towards increasing the supply and demand of certified sustainable palm oil. We are committed to 100% of palm oil consumed free from deforestation and conversion of natural ecosystems), and are committed to procure 100% RSPO-certified sustainable palm oil.

  • UNITED NATIONS GLOBAL COMPACT (UNGC)

    UNGC, which stands for United Nations Global Compact, is a voluntary initiative that encourages businesses and organisations to adopt sustainable and socially responsible policies and practices. We are committed to provide a framework for businesses to align our operations and strategies with ten universally accepted principles covering human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption.

  • MALAYSIAN SUSTAINABLE PALM OIL (MSPO)

    MSPO, which stands for Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil, is a certification scheme developed by the Malaysian Palm Oil Certification Council (MPOCC) to promote sustainable practices in the Malaysian palm oil industry. We are committed to demonstrate our commitment to sustainable palm oil production through MSPO certification. Compliance with MSPO certification provides several benefits, including recognition as a sustainable palm oil producer, access to market opportunities that prioritise sustainable sourcing, and the ability to use the MSPO logo on certified products. It also demonstrates our organisation’s commitment to environmental and social responsibility in the palm oil industry.

  • ROUNDTABLE ON SUSTAINABLE PALM OIL (RSPO)

    Membership in RSPO is voluntary and open to organisations that are involved in any part of the palm oil supply chain or have an interest in promoting sustainable palm oil practices. To become a member of RSPO, we must meet certain criteria and comply with the RSPO Principles and Criteria for Sustainable Palm Oil Production. Johor Plantations Berhad joined the RSPO in 2004 under the name of its parent company, Johor Corporation. The company is committed to maintaining the certification and full compliance with RSPO Principles & Criteria.