Esmi De Anda, Program Manager, Community Impact, AMD
Throughout April, AMD employees from around the world came together to turn purpose into action in celebration of Earth Month. Through hands‑on volunteering and giving initiatives, AMDers demonstrated how collective action can help protect the environment while strengthening the communities where they live and work.
In 2026, more than 1,800 AMD volunteers across 34 global sites participated in 38 company‑sponsored events, all aligned to the Earth Day 2026 theme, “Our Power, Our Planet.” Activities focused on restoring natural spaces, planting trees, reducing waste, rescuing food and supporting environmental education, reflecting an ongoing commitment to community impact and environmental stewardship.
Seed balls: Small actions, global growth
One of this year’s signature activities focused on scalable environmental impact. Volunteers across 17 sites in the United States, Canada, Malaysia, India and the United Kingdom created 15,000 seed balls to support local afforestation efforts. Designed for easy planting and natural growth, the seed balls will be distributed through community partners such as community gardens and after-school programs, helping foster long-term green spaces and local biodiversity.
Greening communities through tree planting and garden work
Tree planting played a central role in Earth Month activities. Volunteers in Armenia, Taipei, Iasi, Suzhou and Markham planted more than 500 trees of various species, adding long-lasting green infrastructure to schools, parks, farms and urban areas.
In addition to planting trees, AMD teams supported community gardens and green spaces through hands-on service. Volunteers planted and mulched crops in Longmont and Seattle, while teams in Belfast helped clear land in preparation for a new sensory garden designed to support students and educators. These efforts will continue to benefit communities well beyond Earth Month.
Protecting waterways, parks and shared outdoor spaces
Across continents, AMD volunteers took action to help keep local environments clean, healthy and accessible. Teams removed thousands of pounds of trash from parks, trails and waterways in Fishkill, Austin, Ottawa, Singapore and Rochester, contributing to healthier ecosystems and more welcoming shared spaces.
In Edinburgh, volunteers supported both environmental preservation and public safety. Alongside litter cleanup efforts along the coastline, teams repaired 10 posts in a regional park, improving accessibility and safety for walkers.
Reducing waste and advancing circular solutions
AMD Earth Month activities also highlighted the importance of waste reduction and circular solutions. In Singapore, volunteers rescued seven tons of produce during a food rescue initiative, helping reduce food waste while supporting community organizations.
In Fort Collins, a donation drive kept 1,440 pounds of reusable items out of landfills, extending the life of materials while supporting local job training and community programs.
Volunteers in Hong Kong hosted an upcycling workshop that transformed used coffee grounds into soap, demonstrating how everyday waste can be repurposed creatively. In Santa Clara, teams assembled wind energy STEM kits, helping students explore renewable energy concepts through hands-on learning.
The momentum continues
While Earth Day has passed, the commitment to environmental stewardship continues. Volunteer events are still planned throughout May, extending the impact of Earth Month and reinforcing a focus on sustainable community engagement.
For more information on community involvement at AMD, visit: https://www.amd.com/en/corporate/corporate-responsibility/community.html.
