In efforts to green its surrounding areas, Mapletree expanded its tree planting initiatives by partnering with Kent Ridge Secondary School (KRSS), a local school located in close proximity to Mapletree Business City. A total of 300 trees were planted at KRSS, creating a ‘mini forest’ to enhance biodiversity and ecological resilience. Close to 50 tree species were introduced, with four of them identified as endangered, one of which being the native Changi tree. The reintroduction of the Changi tree seeks to contribute to the continued existence of endangered species and re-establish vital habitats for local wildlife, further enhanced by the school’s location as a midpoint between two parks – Clementi Woods Park and West Coast Park. The planting of these trees transformed adjacent plots into a green corridor, creating a safe passage for wildlife moving across the neighbouring parks. The event saw 81 Mapletree employees, 90 KRSS students and teachers collaborating to plant trees at the back of the school, creating a space for authentic learning experience for students in nature’s classroom. Through restoring natural connections, Mapletree hopes to foster a more resilient urban ecosystem where both people and nature can coexist harmoniously. 

Participants engaging in tree planting at Kent Ridge Secondary School, Singapore.