MIIF, Forestry Commission partner to reforest Subri Forest Reserve

The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), in collaboration with the Forestry Commission of Ghana and other financial institutions, has launched an initiative to rehabilitate 50 acres of degraded land within the Subri River Forest Reserve. This partnership aims to foster environmental, social and governance (ESG) responsibilities, particularly in Ghana's mining regions.

The project, supported by Zijin Golden Ridge Limited, Ghana International Bank and three other financial institutions, is overseen by the Forestry Commission and will be carried out over a two-year period. MIIF's CEO, Justina Nelson, emphasized the company's commitment to balancing mineral income and environmental management, highlighting that the project goes beyond tree planting.

It includes site preparation, seedling distribution, tree planting, monitoring and evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and ESG reporting. Zijin Golden Ridge Limited's CEO, Leon Zhang, stressed the long-term nature of their commitment to forest restoration and sustainability. The project's objectives include restoring forest ecosystems, boosting biodiversity, enhancing climate resilience, and promoting sustainable natural resource management.

It also seeks to involve local communities and stakeholders in conservation activities, underscoring the importance of community participation in protecting Ghana's natural resources.