In today’s digital age, where conversations about cybersecurity often dominate Kaspersky’s global narrative, the company recently shifted focus to something just as crucial—environmental sustainability.
On 8 September 2025, the Kaspersky Malaysia team, led by Adrian Hia, Managing Director for Asia Pacific at Kaspersky, rolled up their sleeves and joined forces with the Free Tree Society (FTS) at Taman Tugu for a meaningful conservation initiative.
This wasn’t just a day of planting trees. It was about growing green skills, understanding biodiversity, and contributing to Malaysia’s urban forests—all while connecting the dots between sustainability and community action.
A Day of Learning and Action at Taman Tugu
The event kicked off with a guided jungle walk, where 22 volunteers learned about ecosystem conservation and the looming challenges of climate change.
The session also covered vital issues such as water scarcity, rainwater harvesting, composting, and water reduction techniques—all essential knowledge for sustainable living.
The hands-on portion was perhaps the most rewarding. With guidance from FTS, volunteers immersed themselves in nursery operations, including soil mixing, propagation, transplanting, and routine plant care.
Each participant also nurtured their very own Jering tree seedling (Archidendron Pauciflorum), a native Malaysian species that has thrived in rainforests for generations. These seedlings are now part of Taman Tugu’s ongoing mission to expand its stock of native plants for future reforestation efforts.
Taman Tugu: History Meets Sustainability
Nestled in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Taman Tugu is no ordinary urban park. The 66-acre site, once the residential quarters of British colonial officers and later Malaysian government officials, is today a thriving green lung of the city.
Home to more than 1,000 indigenous trees, some over a century old, Taman Tugu has become a beacon of conservation. Over the years, more than 5,000 trees have been planted here, with nearly 1,000 classified as “Endangered” or “Critically Endangered”.
The partnership with Free Tree Society ensures that this heritage continues to grow, safeguarding biodiversity for future generations.
Kaspersky’s Green Identity
For Kaspersky, a company globally recognized for protecting over a billion devices against cyberthreats, participating in environmental initiatives may seem like an unexpected move. But as Adrian Hia emphasized, the effort perfectly aligns with Kaspersky’s identity.
“Spending the day at Taman Tugu, a site rooted in Malaysia’s pre-independence history, together with FTS and our Kaspersky team, was a timely reminder of the resilience found in both community and nature. For a company whose identity is also green, it was indeed a meaningful way to learn, connect and contribute to sustainability,”.
This statement underscores Kaspersky’s belief that building resilience—whether in cyberspace or the natural environment—requires shared responsibility and continuous learning.
Cybersecurity Meets Sustainability
While Kaspersky is best known for its cybersecurity expertise, its participation in green initiatives demonstrates a broader commitment: protecting not just digital ecosystems, but also natural ecosystems.
By engaging employees in environmental action, the company is fostering a culture of sustainability, where employees carry lessons from the forest back into their professional and personal lives.
Just as Kaspersky safeguards individuals and businesses against evolving digital threats, it is now playing a role in safeguarding biodiversity against environmental challenges.
A Greener Tomorrow
The conservation day at Taman Tugu is more than just a corporate social responsibility activity—it’s part of a growing movement where businesses embrace sustainability as core to their values. For Kaspersky Malaysia, the event symbolized a step forward in building not only digital resilience, but also environmental resilience.
As the Jering seedlings planted by volunteers grow into towering rainforest trees, they will serve as a living reminder of this collaboration—a reminder that protecting the future means nurturing both technology and nature.
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- Kaspersky Malaysia sustainability
- Kaspersky Taman Tugu
- Free Tree Society Malaysia
- corporate social responsibility Kaspersky
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