Global Environment Centre

We’re excited to share the successful installation of two check dams at Parit Sembilan, Kampung Air Papan, Mersing!

🤔 What’s a check dam?A check dam is a small, strategically built barrier placed across a waterway (canals) to slow down water flow and retain moisture in peatlands.Why does this matter? Check dams:💦 Maintain optimal peatland moisture levels🌱 Prevent over-drainage and land degradation🔥 Reduce the risk of fires during dry seasons🌿 Preserve the ecosystem’s carbon storage capacity🍃 Support biodiversity by keeping ecosystems intact💧 Safeguard water supply for the local communitiesDespite delays from last year's monsoon season and the current challenging weather conditions, the dedicated Kelab Komuniti Pelindung Alam Sekitar Mersing (KOMPAS) community worked hard to complete this project. GEC conducted the final inspections and enhancement ensuring stability, functionality and long-term durability.This achievement was made possible through the collaboration of GEC, THP Berhad, Government agencies (Jabatan Pengairan dan Saliran Mersing & Pejabat Hutan Daerah Johor Tengah/Jabatan Perhutanan Negeri Johor), and the KOMPAS community.Together, we have delivered a sustainable, long-term solution for peatland conservation in the area 💪🏻#PeatlandConservation #CheckDams #WaterManagement #sustainableforestrys #mersing #hydrology #globalenvironmentcentre #geccospec ... See MoreSee Less