Employees from Sta. Cruz Storage Corporation Inc. (SCSC), a joint venture between Northern Star Energy Corporation and DMC-CERI, took part in the International Coastal Cleanup 2024 at a beach along Purok Rambutan, Brgy. Darong, Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur on September 21, 2024.
During the two-and-a-half-hour cleanup, 15 SCSC volunteers successfully collected 29 sacks of waste composed of 20 sacks of plastic debris, nine sacks of biodegradable materials, and a bottle of hazardous medical waste.
Neil Paraje, SCSC Operations Supervisor, expressed his appreciation for the team’s dedication, noting that protecting the environment aligns closely with the company’s focus on health, safety, and environmental responsibility. He encouraged the group to stay committed to environmental initiatives, saying, “Let’s continue to work together in safeguarding our environment and to support this kind of activity for future generations.”
SCSC seeks to implement sustainable practices as part of its business strategy. The coastal cleanup is one of many activities that reinforce the company’s commitment to environmental stewardship.