Electrochem Ghana Limited is a wholly owned registered Ghanaian private company and a subsidiary of the McDan Group of Companies, with principal interest in salt mining.
Electrochem has started an active campaign to protect the environment through tree planting.
On Green Ghana Day, over 400 trees were planted by the company.
The planting of mangroves on Monday 15th January, 2021, is a continuation of the company’s resolve to conserve the environment.
This tree planting exercise was led by Dr. Daniel McKorley and the Electrochem team.
The Chairman of Electrochem, Dr. Daniel McKorley who planted the first mangrove in his remarks reiterated his commitment to protecting Songor, which is considered a UNESCO Ramsar Site and Biosphere Reserve.
The company noted that the immense benefits of mangroves within the ecosystem include, among others serving as a habitat for several species (including migrating birds); improving water quality; and preventing soil erosion.
Several mangroves were planted by the company and management indicated they are aiming at planting over 2000 mangroves.
The company also spoke about their plan to create a turtle hatchery at their intake point at Lolonya where sea turtles can come and lay their eggs and be redirected back into the sea to ensure sea turtles do not go extinct.
In addition to this, they also mentioned a number of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) projects they have undertaken since inception, which includes but not limited to the creation of community pans, and the creation of jobs.
The rippling effect of such opportunities, the company said, has improved the livelihood of the citizens of the Ada state.
The Forestry Commission (Wildlife Division) representative present, Mr. Ernest Appenkwa said it is the duty of the Wildlife Division to protect the environment and that is why they are supporting Electrochem to plant the mangroves.
He also talked extensively about the critical role mangroves play within the ecosystem.
He indicated that the Forestry Commission is going to deepen its relationship with Electrochem to ensure that the environment is conserved.
Naana Adiki Manyeyo Adi I, a queen mother speaking on behalf of the people of Ada, thanked Electrochem and Dr. Daniel McKorley for their love for the Ada state and their plans to protect the sea turtles.
She expressed her resolve to ensure that Electrochem contributes positively to the Ada state and fulfil all their promises to the community.
Source: MyPublisher24.com