Translation. Region: Russian Federal
Source: Preserved Embassy Foundation
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The fifth traditional volunteer gathering took place at the Bobrovy Log Fun Park in Krasnoyarsk. Norilsk Nickel brought together volunteers from major corporations. On the first day of the "Siberian Perspective. Volunteers" Eco-meeting, a roundtable discussion was held, where participants discussed the most successful practices, prospects for the development of the volunteer movement, and the role of corporate volunteers in biodiversity conservation.
The second day was dedicated to landscaping the Bobrovy Log Fun Park and the Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park. Back in 2018, Krasnoyarsk became a permanent venue for Norilsk Nickel employee initiatives, and in 2021, the "Siberian Perspective" summit and eco-meeting were held for the first time. Over the years, volunteers have built an eco-trail at the entrance to the Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park from the Bobrovy Log side, installed information boards, and constructed observation decks.
"We gather in this beautiful place to do wonderful and kind environmental work," noted Elena Kryuchkova, Head of Social Capital and Philanthropy Development at Norilsk Nickel. "The Bobrovy Log Fun Park is our infrastructure facility, bordering the Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park. It has become a favorite spot for all city residents. We believe our mission is to focus our efforts on making this area even more beautiful, so that people love and care for the nature that exists here. Norilsk Nickel volunteers work alongside volunteers from other companies, creating ecological routes and engaging in environmental education. The company is solving an important problem by being a leader in volunteer programs in Russia, uniting partners around its initiatives."
The number of participants at the events increases every year. This year, representatives from not only Norilsk Nickel, but also Rosatom, Sber, Sibur, Russian Railways, MTS, and other organizations are participating in the eco-meeting.
"This Nornickel project is extremely important. Its value lies in the fact that corporate volunteers from various companies have gathered in one place; no one is trying to take matters into their own hands, but everyone is working together on a common cause," emphasized Vitaly Drozdov, Chairman of the Natural Resources and Environment Committee of the Legislative Assembly of the Krasnoyarsk Territory. "This is precisely the task of the state, among others: to unite efforts."
Eco-Let's Day 2025 is taking place in the year of Norilsk Nickel's 90th anniversary and Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park's 100th anniversary. As Vyacheslav Shcherbakov, director of the national park, said, gathering together to do good deeds has truly become a good tradition. This year, volunteers planted Siberian plants and seedlings, cleared vandalized graffiti from the rocks of Maly Takmak, repaired an eco-trail, and replaced information boards.
On the slope of the Northern Garden—the name given to the landscaped area in Bobrovy Log—volunteers planted bergenia, shrubs, and mountain pine. These plants create a landscape reminiscent of the Arctic tundra and serve to stabilize the soil on the slopes.
"Mountain pine has proven itself and is considered the best species for stabilizing such slopes. It takes root well, and in just two or three years we'll see a lush, beautiful, and environmentally friendly garden," noted Vyacheslav Shcherbakov, who is participating in the planting.
Fog and light rain did not prevent the renovation of the boardwalk on the eco-trail in the National Park.
The Zapovednoye Posledstvo Foundation has been a partner of the Siberian Perspective rally for five years.
"We hope to extend the eco-trail toward the main Pillars. The Bobrovy Log Fun Park and the National Park are places of power that truly evoke a desire to help. Volunteers eagerly participate in this event every year, waiting and asking, 'Well, when will it be?'" noted Ksenia Gasparyan, the foundation's Development Director.
As a reminder, starting in 2025, Norilsk Nickel will combine its key corporate projects—the "World of New Opportunities" charitable program and the "Kindness Factory" corporate volunteering program—into a large-scale social capital development program called "People of the Territory."
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