GPF, TaskUS, and Municipal Corporation Manesar Drive Massive Plantation Effort to Build Green Wall in Gurugram

In a major step toward strengthening environmental sustainability and combating rising air pollution in the National Capital Region, the Green Pencil Foundation, in CSR partnership with TaskUS and with support from the Municipal Corporation Manesar, Gurugram, conducted a Mega Tree Plantation Drive to develop a “Green Wall” around Village Nawada Fatepur, Sector 86, Gurugram.

The initiative brought together corporate leaders, civic authorities, volunteers, and local residents, reflecting a unified commitment to ecological restoration and greener urban development.

Corporate and Community Leaders Join Hands

The event saw the participation of:

43 delegates from TaskUS Global Leadership Team

Deputy Mayor of Gurugram, Ms. Reema Chauhan

Green Pencil Foundation Founder, Mr. Sandy Khanda

30 volunteers from Green Pencil Foundation

30 villagers from Nawada Fatepur, including the Village Head and community representatives

Officials from the Municipal Corporation Manesar

Together, these stakeholders planted 500 trees, forming the foundation of Gurugram’s emerging Green Wall.

500 Trees to Contribute Long-Term Environmental Benefits

Environmental experts estimate that:

Each tree absorbs 22 kg of carbon dioxide annually.
500 trees = 11,000 kg (11 metric tons) of CO₂ absorbed every year.

A mature tree produces enough oxygen for two people annually.
500 trees = oxygen supply for approximately 1,000 people each year.

Over ten years, these plantations are expected to offset more than 110 metric tons of CO₂, making a significant contribution to improving Gurugram’s air quality.

The Green Wall is designed as a long-term environmental barrier, reducing pollution, enhancing biodiversity, and lowering ambient temperatures around the village.

Strong Focus on Plant Survival and Maintenance

Unlike one-day plantation programs, this initiative prioritizes long-term success. The Green Pencil Foundation, along with TaskUS volunteers and the Municipal Corporation Manesar, has undertaken full responsibility for the maintenance, watering, and regular monitoring of the 500 plants to ensure a high survival rate.