Verdant Solar's Conservation Efforts at Sungai Dusun
At Verdant Solar, sustainability is more than just a business, it’s a responsibility. We recently had the privilege to support the conservation of one of Malaysia’s most endangered and often overlooked species: the Malayan Tapir.
Our conservation journey began with an awareness initiative involving university students, aiming to spark conversations around biodiversity and environmental stewardship. This was followed by a meaningful contribution in conjunction with World Tapir Day: Verdant Solar donated a complete solar panel system worth RM25,800 to the Sungai Dusun Wildlife Conservation Centre tentatively to be installed by 2026. The system will powers essential operations at the center, helping to reduce its carbon footprint while supporting the welfare of the tapirs in a sustainable way.
To wrap up this meaningful initiative, we brought the effort even closer to our people. Our team had the honour of visiting the Sungai Dusun Wildlife Conservation Centre, where we got hands-on in helping maintain the sanctuary.
The day began bright and early at 8:00 AM as our team gathered at the Verdant office. A light breakfast and goodie bags were distributed before we boarded the bus at 8:30 AM, filled with excitement and anticipation.
After a scenic drive, we arrived at Sungai Dusun around 10:00 AM, ready to roll up our sleeves. Our first task was helping to clean the tapir enclosure, a hands-on way to directly support the wellbeing of these gentle creatures.
By late morning, we had the special opportunity to meet and feed the tapirs, an experience that left a lasting impression on all of us. At 12:00 PM, the team from Jabatan Perhilitan (Department of Wildlife and National Parks) conducted a briefing to raise awareness about tapir conservation and the broader importance of biodiversity. This session deepened our understanding of how species like the Malayan Tapir play an essential role in maintaining healthy rainforests and ecological balance.
Following the briefing, there was a short appreciation moment at 12:45 PM to thank all participants and organizers. We were then treated to a delicious lunch generously sponsored by Jabatan Perhilitan, giving everyone time to reflect, recharge, and connect. By 1:30 PM, it was time to return to the Verdant office, carrying with us not just memories, but a renewed sense of purpose in supporting conservation efforts.
