PT Indominco Mandiri (IMM) and PT Jorong Barutama Greston (JBG) have once again achieve the Green PROPER (Corporate Performance Rating in Environmental Management) award from the Ministry of Environment in 2024. This award highlights the commitment of both companies to sustainable environmental management.
Mr. Era Tjahya Saputra accepted the Green PROPER trophy for IMM, and Mr. Stephanus Demo Wawin represented JBG at the event held at Sasono Langen Budoyo, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII), on Monday, February 24, 2025.
The number of companies participating in PROPER 2024 has increased by 21.68%, reaching 4,495 companies, compared to 3,694 companies last year. Of these, 85 companies achieved the PROPER Gold rating for outstanding environmental management performance, and 227 companies earned the Green PROPER rating.
IMM and JBG received the Green PROPER Award for surpassing government standards in environmental management. Both companies demonstrated innovation in energy efficiency, waste management, and the implementation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs.
The Minister of Environment, Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, expressed his appreciation for the dedication of the companies committed to environmental preservation. He hopes this award will inspire other companies to improve their sustainability practices.
"PROPER has been the main instrument for controlling the environmental impacts of industries for more than two decades. The criteria continue to evolve with more innovative approaches every year," stated Minister Hanif.
Proof of Sustainable Mining
The Green PROPER achievement by IMM and JBG proves that responsible mining practices can align with business sustainability. This accomplishment also strengthens the company's reputation in applying environmentally friendly principles.
Mr. Era Tjahya Saputra remarked that this award is dedicated to all employees and management who have consistently worked together to develop and implement work practices based on Good Mining Practices (GMP), especially in environmental management.
This aligns with the Environmental Management Roadmap, which continuously progresses to achieve quality environmental management in mining and supporting activities based on sustainability principles.
"This achievement is a positive first step in managing mining operations in the future, and we will continue to improve to create harmony in the three pillars of sustainability (economic, social, and environmental) for the company, stakeholders, and the surrounding community," said Mr. Era.
More than just an award, this achievement is expected to encourage other industries to integrate environmental aspects into their business strategies. This way, a balance between economic growth and environmental preservation can be maintained in the future.
