Mobin Energy Supports Return of Endangered Sea Turtles in Key Persian Gulf Habitat

Mobin Energy Supports Return of Endangered Sea Turtles in Key Persian Gulf Habitat
(Monday, April 21, 2025) 09:22

BUSHEHR (NIPNA) – Iran’s Mobin Energy Khalij Fars has announced a rare environmental milestone with the confirmed nesting of an Olive Ridley sea turtle on the shores of Nayband, marking only the second such event in 12 years and reinforcing the company’s commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

The achievement is the result of more than two decades of collaborative conservation efforts. These have involved local communities, environmental rangers, research teams, and NGOs, with sustained backing from Mobin Energy.

The Olive Ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea), listed as a vulnerable species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), is one of the smallest sea turtle species. Its return to Iran’s southern coastline is seen as a strong indication of improving marine habitats in the Persian Gulf.

“The recording of this nesting event is a symbol of synergy between industry and nature,” said Abdolrahman Moradzadeh, Director General of the Bushehr Department of Environment. “Due to its complex life cycle and threats like oil pollution, overfishing and climate change, the Olive Ridley requires long-term protection.”

Nayband, along with the nearby Nakhilu and Omol-Gorm beaches, is one of several key turtle nesting grounds in Bushehr Province. These areas have long been the focus of conservation initiatives.

Mobin Energy has played a prominent role in these projects for over 15 years, particularly in preserving the habitat of marine turtles in the Persian Gulf. The company said its involvement reflects its broader sustainability strategy and its belief that environmental stewardship must be a core part of industrial development.

“This latest success once again underscores that our commitment to environmental and social responsibility is not just a slogan—it’s a strategic imperative,” the company stated.

 


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