Making 1.5 million hectares of oil palm
Making 1.5 million hectares of oil palm
Good for people,
planet and prosperity.
Good for people,
planet and prosperity.
Sabah Jurisdictional Approach for Sustainable Palm Oil
Sabah Jurisdictional Approach for Sustainable Palm Oil
Sabah Jurisdictional Approach for Sustainable Palm Oil (JASPO) Initiative is a Sabah State government commitment with the vision of achieving 100% Roundtable Sustainable Palm Oil certification for oil palm across the entire state of Sabah to transform Sabah’s palm oil production and supply chain, halting deforestation, restoring ecosystems and securing livelihoods.
Sabah Jurisdictional Approach for Sustainable Palm Oil (JASPO) Initiative is a Sabah State government commitment with the vision of achieving 100% Roundtable Sustainable Palm Oil certification for oil palm across the entire state of Sabah to transform Sabah’s palm oil production and supply chain, halting deforestation, restoring ecosystems and securing livelihoods.
6% of global palm oil simply better
A Landscape-level Transition to Sustainable Oil Palm
Achieve No Loss to HCV and HCS Forests for Oil Palm in Sabah.
Enable Zero-Conflict in Oil Palm Production Landscapes in Sabah.
Strengthen Smallholder Sustainability and Uplift Local Livelihoods.
Administrate and Manage Sustainable Production of Palm Oi
6% of global palm oil
simply better
A Landscape-level Transition to Sustainable Oil Palm
Achieve No Loss to HCV and HCS Forests for Oil Palm in Sabah.
Enable Zero-Conflict in Oil Palm Production Landscapes in Sabah.
Strengthen Smallholder Sustainability and Uplift Local Livelihoods.
Administrate and Manage Sustainable Production of Palm Oi
6% of global palm oil simply better
A Landscape-level Transition to Sustainable Oil Palm
Achieve No Loss to HCV and HCS Forests for Oil Palm in Sabah.
Enable Zero-Conflict in Oil Palm Production Landscapes in Sabah.
Strengthen Smallholder Sustainability and Uplift Local Livelihoods.
Administrate and Manage Sustainable Production of Palm Oi
The impact:
The success of Sabah JASPO Initiative will:
Future-proof Sabah’s palm oil sector against market compliance threats;
Keep opportunities open in all markets including premium markets;
Solve complex issues such as labour, forest encroachment, and land matters.
The impact:
The success of Sabah JASPO Initiative will:
Future-proof Sabah’s palm oil sector against market compliance threats;
Keep opportunities open in all markets including premium markets;
Solve complex issues such as labour, forest encroachment, and land matters.
The impact:
The success of Sabah JASPO Initiative will:
Future-proof Sabah’s palm oil sector against market compliance threats;
Keep opportunities open in all markets including premium markets;
Solve complex issues such as labour, forest encroachment, and land matters.
Why Sabah?
Why Sabah?
Unique species of flora and fauna
Unique species of flora and fauna
hectares of oil palm
hectares of oil palm
Forest cover
Forest cover
Forest reserves
Forest reserves
Total protected areas
Species
Species
Indigenous groups
Indigenous groups
metric tonnes produced annually
metric tonnes produced annually
Governance Structure
Governance Structure
Working groups
Working groups
A Sabah Government commitment for Jurisdiction-wide certified sustainable palm oil
A Sabah Government commitment for Jurisdiction-wide certified sustainable palm oil
Smallholders Working Group
Securing sustainable livelihoods for oil palm smallholders.
Free, Prior & Informed Consent
Preserving conservation areas on a jurisdictional level.
Labour Working Group
Securing sustainable livelihoods for oil palm smallholders.
Monitoring & Evaluation
Measuring the health of Sabah’s landscape on a jurisdictional level.
Climate / Environment & Nature Conservation
Preserving conservation areas on a jurisdictional level.
Smallholders Working Group
Securing sustainable livelihoods for oil palm smallholders.
Free, Prior & Informed Consent
Preserving conservation areas on a jurisdictional level.
Labour Working Group
Securing sustainable livelihoods for oil palm smallholders.
Monitoring & Evaluation
Measuring the health of Sabah’s landscape on a jurisdictional level.
Climate / Environment & Nature Conservation
Preserving conservation areas on a jurisdictional level.
Free, Prior & Informed Consent
Preserving conservation areas on a jurisdictional level.
Labour Working Group
Securing sustainable livelihoods for oil palm smallholders.
Monitoring & Evaluation
Measuring the health of Sabah’s landscape on a jurisdictional level.
Climate / Environment & Nature Conservation
Preserving conservation areas on a jurisdictional level.
Free, Prior & Informed Consent
Preserving conservation areas on a jurisdictional level.
Labour Working Group
Securing sustainable livelihoods for oil palm smallholders.
Monitoring & Evaluation
Measuring the health of Sabah’s landscape on a jurisdictional level.
Climate / Environment & Nature Conservation
Preserving conservation areas on a jurisdictional level.
Our Targets
Our Targets
Recent activities
Recent activities
Embassy of Switzerland engaging with Sabah JASPO stakeholders
Embassy of Switzerland visit and meet in Kota Kinabalu.
JASPO-UNDP Working Group Realignment Workshop
DIWA Exchange Sparks Collaboration to Enhance Working Conditions in Sabah.
On October 14th, we held a DIWA Exchange to tackle Sabah’s challenge of improving working conditions and opportunities for all. Partnering with Dignity in Work for All (DIWA) and WWF-Malaysia, we discussed creating lasting social impact through the Sabah JASPO Initiative.
Embassy of Switzerland engaging with Sabah JASPO stakeholders
On September 12-13, 2024, the Swiss Embassy in Malaysia visited Sabah to engage with stakeholders in the JASPO Initiative, part of the SECO-funded Green Commodities Programme. Led by Mr. Ralph A. Stamm, the visit highlighted Switzerland's commitment to sustainable palm oil production through local collaboration.
JASPO-UNDP Workshop Advances Sustainable Palm Oil in Sabah, Aiming for 2025 Goals.
The JASPO-UNDP Working Group Realignment Workshop marked a milestone for sustainable palm oil in Sabah, as experts and stakeholders planned the next steps for the Jurisdictional Approach by 2025. The workshop focused on land conservation, smallholder support, and responsible supply chains to promote transparent, sustainable production for a greener future.
Swiss Embassy Visit Launches New Era for Sustainable Palm Oil in Sabah.
A new chapter for sustainable palm oil in Sabah started with the Swiss Embassy's visit on September 12-13, meeting JASPO stakeholders to support fully sustainable production. This collaboration brings together industry leaders and conservationists to protect ecosystems and improve the lives of 50,000 smallholders, showcasing the power of global partnerships in driving sustainable agriculture.
DIWA Exchange Sparks Collaboration to Enhance Working Conditions in Sabah.
On October 14th, we held a DIWA Exchange to tackle Sabah’s challenge of improving working conditions and opportunities for all. Partnering with Dignity in Work for All (DIWA) and WWF-Malaysia, we discussed creating lasting social impact through the Sabah JASPO Initiative.
Embassy of Switzerland engaging with Sabah JASPO stakeholders
On September 12-13, 2024, the Swiss Embassy in Malaysia visited Sabah to engage with stakeholders in the JASPO Initiative, part of the SECO-funded Green Commodities Programme. Led by Mr. Ralph A. Stamm, the visit highlighted Switzerland's commitment to sustainable palm oil production through local collaboration.
Swiss Embassy Visit Launches New Era for Sustainable Palm Oil in Sabah.
A new chapter for sustainable palm oil in Sabah started with the Swiss Embassy's visit on September 12-13, meeting JASPO stakeholders to support fully sustainable production. This collaboration brings together industry leaders and conservationists to protect ecosystems and improve the lives of 50,000 smallholders, showcasing the power of global partnerships in driving sustainable agriculture.
JASPO-UNDP Workshop Advances Sustainable Palm Oil in Sabah, Aiming for 2025 Goals.
The JASPO-UNDP Working Group Realignment Workshop marked a milestone for sustainable palm oil in Sabah, as experts and stakeholders planned the next steps for the Jurisdictional Approach by 2025. The workshop focused on land conservation, smallholder support, and responsible supply chains to promote transparent, sustainable production for a greener future.
Calling for Collaborators
Calling for Collaborators
Calling for Collaborators
We welcome partnerships and collaborators to join us on our mission. Proposals/openings for funding proposals, expertise contributions, and career opportunities will be placed here.
We welcome partnerships and collaborators to join us on our mission. Proposals/openings for funding proposals, expertise contributions, and career opportunities will be placed here.
We welcome partnerships and collaborators to join us on our mission. Proposals/openings for funding proposals, expertise contributions, and career opportunities will be placed here.
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Have an idea for us?
Have an idea for us?
FAQ
FAQ
Is JASPO an NGO or a GLC?
Is JASPO favouring RSPO over MSPO?
How can I be part of the working groups?
What is Jurisdictional Approach?
What is a Jurisdictional Entity?
Where do you get your funds from?
Is JASPO an NGO or a GLC?
Is JASPO favouring RSPO over MSPO?
How can I be part of the working groups?
What is Jurisdictional Approach?
What is a Jurisdictional Entity?
Where do you get your funds from?