PTPN I has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to sustainability by securing three prestigious accolades at the Indonesia Sustainability Award 2025. The awards include The Best Company for Comprehensive ESG Implementation Practices, The Best Company for Community Empowerment Programs and Initiatives, and The Best CEO for Outstanding Commitment to ESG Principles. This recognition underscores PTPN I's dedication to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles in its operations.

Strategic ESG Initiatives Post-Merger

Following a significant merger in December 2023, which consolidated nine former PTPN subsidiaries into the unified entity of PTPN I, the company has proactively established a robust sustainability framework. This framework is anchored on three core pillars: People, Planet, and Prosperity. Key policies encompass environmental stewardship, No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation (NDPE) commitments, human rights adherence, product quality and safety, anti-bribery and anti-corruption measures, as well as stringent occupational health and safety standards.

Throughout 2024, PTPN I has embarked on various initiatives aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Notable projects include the reforestation of mangrove forests, rehabilitation of coral reefs, and the digitalization of tea commodity farming through the DFarm platform and SAP integration. The company has also fostered partnerships with Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), optimized asset utilization to bolster food security, engaged in community support through charitable contributions, and promoted intercropping practices with upland rice cultivation.

Global Recognition in ESG Performance

Under the leadership of CEO Teddy Y. Danas, PTPN I has achieved remarkable milestones in ESG performance. The company has attained a "Low Risk" ESG Risk Rating, positioning it at the 6th rank globally within the food product industry and securing the top spot in the agricultural sub-industry. This accomplishment reflects PTPN I's adherence to international standards, as evidenced by certifications such as RSPO, ISPO, ISCC, ISO, SNI, SMK3, Halal, PROPER, Ecovadis, and Rainforest Alliance.

CEO Teddy Y. Danas emphasized, "PTPN I's existence has propelled the PTPN Group to achieve a 'Low Risk' ESG Risk Rating, ranking 6th globally in the food product industry and 1st globally in the agricultural sub-industry." He further highlighted the company's active participation in corporate organizations and its commitment to continuous improvement in ESG practices.

Commitment to Sustainable Development and Community Empowerment

The accolades from the Indonesia Sustainability Award 2025 serve as a testament to PTPN I's relentless pursuit of sustainable development and community empowerment. The company's sustainability policy, centered on the pillars of People, Planet, and Prosperity, guides its strategic initiatives and collaborations. By engaging with organizations such as Gapkindo, AGI, SCOPI, and ATI, PTPN I ensures a synergistic approach to implementing ESG principles across its operations.

As Assistant Deputy for Production Development at the Ministry of Cooperatives and SMEs, Elviandi, remarked, "I extend my congratulations to all participants who have successfully won the Indonesia Sustainability Award in 2025. May this serve as motivation for companies to enhance their achievements and contribute to a better, more adaptive, and committed national economy."

PTPN I's recognition at the Indonesia Sustainability Award 2025 not only celebrates its current achievements but also reinforces its dedication to fostering positive impacts on society, the nation, and the environment through steadfast ESG implementation.