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Welcome to Sukobu
Making Medan the Fruit City
Sukobu, short for Sumut Kota Buah, is an innovative app supporting the ambitious project to transform Medan into the first green city by planting fruit trees across its landscape. This initiative is driven by a passionate team of volunteers who share a vision of revitalizing Medan's environment through community-driven efforts.
First Location
Moginsidi Square, where 42 trees were planted as our inaugural effort.
Second Location
At HKBP Nommensen University, Medan, expanding our green footprint.
Third Location
Deli River – In 2025, volunteers came together to plant fruit trees along the river, enhancing biodiversity and contributing to flood prevention.
Our team
A mechanical engineering lecturer at North Sumatra University, is an environmental practitioner since 1980 whose deep expertise in plantation industry processes, EIA consulting, and conservation projects has made him a respected voice in environmental media and advocacy across North Sumatra.
An academic researcher at University of HKBP Nommensen and Royal Thai Consulate representative in Medan, is known for his work on technological change, environmental issues, and legal expertise across the region.
Founder of Relawan Dunia Eco Enzyme, CEO of Yayasan Budaya Hijau Indonesia, environmental activist, and statistician from Medan, Indonesia.
How Tree Planting Supports the SDGs
Trees absorb CO₂, helping mitigate climate change.
They act as carbon sinks, reducing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Reforestation restores degraded ecosystems, protects biodiversity, and combats desertification.
Trees provide habitat for thousands of species.
Tree roots help improve water filtration, maintain healthy watersheds, and reduce runoff and erosion.
Agroforestry (mixing trees with crops) improves soil health, increases yields, and provides fruit, nuts, or timber for food security and income.
Tree planting projects create green jobs—from nursery workers to reforestation teams and eco-tourism guides.
Urban tree planting reduces heat island effects, improves air quality, and enhances livability.
Sustainable forestry practices from planted trees promote ethical resource use and reduce reliance on old-growth logging.
Many tree-planting initiatives are done in collaboration with governments, communities, and international organizations.
Variety of Plants found in the App
Download Sukobu today and be a part of the chang!
