KUWAIT CITY, April 22: The Kuwait Society for Earth Sciences (KSES) marked International Mother Earth Day with a series of environmental activities aimed at promoting sustainability and raising awareness about the importance of preserving the planet.

Dr. Mubarak Al-Hajri, Chairman of KSES, underscored the society's commitment to participating in global environmental observances, reflecting Kuwait's ongoing dedication to environmental preservation and adherence to international agreements.

The day’s activities began with a scientific forum titled "Earth in the Eyes of Burgan," hosted at Burgan Secondary School for Girls in Mubarak Al-Kabeer Governorate. Under the patronage of Sheikh Sabah Bader Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah, Governor of Mubarak Al-Kabeer, the forum focused on the significance of geology and explored Kuwait’s potential as a destination for geological tourism.

The second event took place in collaboration with the Green Hands environmental volunteer team at the rainforest site in the Andalusia region. Activities included planting seedlings, pruning trees, preparing agricultural basins, collecting seeds for future replanting, and cleaning up waste from previously planted areas. These efforts aimed to raise environmental awareness and contribute to the sustainability of local ecosystems.

Dr. Al-Hajri emphasized that the initiatives undertaken by KSES align with the global observance of International Mother Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22 since 1970. The day serves as a reminder of the critical need to protect the Earth and its ecosystems to improve livelihoods, combat climate change, and halt biodiversity loss.

KSES's activities reflect Kuwait’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and its active role in fostering regional cooperation for sustainable development.