In commemoration of Earth Day 2026, Harita Nickel carried out a series of collaborative environmental initiatives across two regions, Kawasi on Obi Island and Ternate. In Kawasi, Insan Harita joined residents in a coastal cleanup that successfully collected 3.2 tons of waste, while in Ternate, Insan Harita took part in the Earth Hour event alongside the local government.
That morning, the Kawasi coastline on Obi Island became a space for collaboration. Dozens of residents, Harita employees, as well as military (TNI) and police (Polri) personnel assigned to the company's area combed the shoreline starting from the old village settlement, picking up trash that had washed ashore.
Plastic bottles, food wrappers, and other household waste were collected in large trash bags. In just about an hour, the initiative successfully removed 3.2 tons of waste from approximately 500 meters of coastline. All collected waste was subsequently transported to the Integrated Waste Management Facility (TPST) within the company area for further processing.
This activity was part of the Earth Day 2026 commemoration themed "Our Power, Our Planet," which serves as an impetus to strengthen collective roles in environmental preservation, particularly the coastal ecosystems that serve as the community's living space.
The initiative went beyond the beach cleanup, continuing with waste management education led by Harita Nickel's Environment team. Through an interactive approach, participants were introduced to various types of waste, their potential impacts on the marine environment, and simple steps they can take to reduce it.
"Plastic bottles can last for hundreds of years, while certain types of waste like styrofoam are not easily biodegradable. If they end up in the ocean, the impact will ultimately return to humans, including coastal communities," said Kevin, the event facilitator.
Dian Kristianto, Technical Support Manager at Harita Nickel, emphasized that this activity is part of the company's ongoing efforts to support responsible environmental management.
"The coast and the ocean are vital parts of the ecosystem and the community's source of livelihood. Therefore, efforts to maintain their cleanliness must be carried out consistently and collaboratively," he stated.
To encourage active participation, the event was packaged using a light and inclusive eco-experience approach. Participants were divided into several groups to compete in various challenges, such as collecting the most trash, finding the most unique waste item, and demonstrating the best teamwork.
This approach proved effective in boosting participant engagement, particularly among the women's groups, who appeared incredibly enthusiastic.
"Through this activity, we have become more aware of the importance of keeping the beach clean. We hope events like this can continue to be held," said one of the residents.
Beyond Kawasi, the Earth Day commemoration series also took place in Ternate. Harita Nickel’ employees participated in the Earth Hour event alongside the local government and various institutions. This participation reflects their support for energy conservation efforts and raising public awareness about climate change.
Through these various initiatives, Harita Nickel reaffirms its commitment to continuously play an active role in environmental preservation, not only through internal corporate programs but also via collaborations with the community and stakeholders.
From Kawasi to Ternate, the underlying message is clear: protecting the Earth requires collective involvement, concrete actions, and sustainable efforts.