Polaris Bank, NCF Partner on Tree-planting to  Combat Carbon Emissions

Polaris Bank has partnered with the Nigeria Conservation Foundation (NCF) to launch a tree-planting initiative in Rivers State as part of efforts to combat carbon emissions and promote sustainable environmental practices. The event, held at Bodo City Girls Secondary School in Gokana Local Government Area, saw Polaris Bank's Divisional Head Raphael Abiaziem emphasizing the importance of the project in advancing the bank's sustainability agenda.

The initiative aligns with the United Nations Decade of Ecosystem Restoration and reinforces the bank's commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities. The project aims to plant trees to safeguard the environment, reduce carbon footprint, and raise awareness about climate action.

NCF Field Officer Alex Jorbedom highlighted the significance of planting trees, which provide shade, act as windbreakers, and produce edible fruits, benefiting both the community and the environment. The initiative targets planting 500 trees at the school, including avocado and native pear trees, with the.