Epson Philippines Corporation (EPC) recently took part in guided tree-nurturing activities along
the Legacy Trail at Masungi Georeserve, reaffirming its continued commitment to sustained
environmental action.
Masungi Georeserve is set within the country’s largest mountain range, the Sierra Madre. This
plays a vital role in protecting Luzon from severe weather, sustaining biodiversity, and
supporting surrounding communities. Safeguarding this landscape requires steady and long-
term effort, making forest restoration a responsibility that extends well beyond a single visit.
In line with this, the activity centered on tree nurturing. Tree nurturing emphasizes ongoing care,
monitoring, and protection to improve survival rates and support forest regeneration over time.
Guided by Masungi Georeserve’s rangers, participants learned practical reforestation methods
and saw firsthand how consistent stewardship strengthens ecological resilience.
This approach is reflected in the very name of the trail. The “Legacy Trail” represents hope that
every visitor carries forward the knowledge and responsibility gained from the experience.
Conservation does not conclude at the end of the hike. It continues in the daily choices people
make and in the communities they influence.
The principle of continuity closely aligns with Epson’s own presence in the Philippines. For five
decades, the company has built long-term partnerships while advancing innovation guided by its
global “Engineered for Good” campaign. The framework underscores Epson’s belief that
meaningful progress is achieved through consistent, measurable action sustained over time.
Masako Kusama, President and Director of Epson Philippines, emphasized this perspective.
“Tree nurturing reminds us that progress requires patience and responsibility,” Kusama said.
“Through the Engineered for Good campaign, we remain committed to actions that create
lasting value. We believe that building a legacy means continuing the work long after the
moment has passed.”
The experience along the Legacy Trail reinforced a shared understanding between Epson and
its partners that impact is not defined by scale alone, but by commitment that endures.
To commemorate the day, participants received special caps from New Era Cap Philippines
crafted with REPREVE® recycled fiber, a material made by transforming post-consumer plastic
into durable textile. By repurposing existing resources and reducing reliance on virgin materials,
the caps reflected the same principle of responsible production introduced along the trail.
The caps serve as a practical reminder of the responsibility carried forward. Just as tree
nurturing requires sustained care beyond planting, environmental stewardship calls for
continued action beyond a single experience. Through partnerships and steady engagement,
Epson remains committed to supporting efforts that strengthen ecosystems and help carry the
Legacy forward.