On September 27, a tree-planting event was held in collaboration with the City of Altamira and the Mexican Water Resources Agency
200 saplings planted across 1,500 pyeong of the CGL plant, supported by the City of Altamira
POSCO Mexico took the lead in creating a “green forest” at its Altamira CGL Plant in collaboration with the City of Altamira and the Mexican Water Resources Agency during a tree-planting event held on September 27.
The event was attended by Mayor Armando of Altamira, German, Director of the Mexican Water Resources Agency, and POSCO Mexico President Woo-il Kim.
Altamira, home to many petrochemical complexes, has actively pursued various carbon reduction initiatives. One such project, the Green Forest initiative, provides free saplings to environmentally responsible companies, helping create green spaces.
As part of the Green Forest project, POSCO Mexico planted 200 saplings, including jacaranda trees, rosewood, and flame trees, across 1,500 pyeong of unused land at the CGL plant.
Since 2022, POSCO Mexico has collaborated with the Mexican Water Resources Agency on the ‘Oasis Project,’ which aims to address water scarcity by recycling water, contributing to cost savings, and preventing environmental pollution. The recycled water will also irrigate the newly created green forest.
Mayor Armando of Altamira expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you to POSCO Mexico for participating in the green space project to help reduce carbon emissions. POSCO Mexico, which has received ESR certification for eight consecutive years and actively engages in ESG management, is a source of pride for Altamira. Despite this year’s severe drought and abnormal weather, let’s continue to work together to overcome this crisis.”
President Woo-il Kim added, “POSCO Mexico is actively participating in solving Mexico’s environmental challenges, including the Green Forest initiative and the Oasis Project. We will continue strengthening our cooperation with the local community, leading efforts to reduce carbon emissions and address water scarcity as part of our commitment to tackling climate change.”
Meanwhile, a day before the event, POSCO Mexico employees and their families participated in the “Love Lunchbox” volunteer initiative, providing meals to residents in need.
▲On September 27, POSCO Mexico held a tree-planting event at its Altamira CGL Plant in collaboration with the City of Altamira and the Mexican Water Resources Agency. From left: POSCO Mexico President Woo-il Kim, Mayor Armando of Altamira, and German, Director of the Mexican Water Resources Agency.