Green Worldwide Shipping®, a pioneer in promoting eco-friendly practices within the logistics industry, continues to lead the way in sustainable supply chain initiatives. As part of their ongoing commitment to combat climate change, Green Worldwide proudly announces its 2023 Q2 donation of 30,000 trees to Trees for the Future (TREES).
GREEN TREES PROGRAM
Green Worldwide donated 500,000 trees since starting the Green Trees Program. In partnership with TREES, the Green Tree Program support’s TREES’ efforts in sub-Saharan Africa helping rural farmers become self-sufficient while making impactful efforts to mitigate climate change. TREES’ work aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on climate action, life on land, and sustainable partnerships. As a member of the United Nations Global Compact, Green Worldwide Shipping established the Green Trees Program with TREES in 2019 to support these critical goals.
“Green Worldwide Shipping’s dedication to combating climate change and supporting communities across the globe is unwavering. Our partnership with Trees for the Future is a testament to our belief in the power of reforestation, not only to capture carbon but also to create sustainable livelihoods. Together, we are making a lasting impact on both the environment and the lives of those we serve.”
Anne Shudy Palmer, Director of Sustainability
Green Worldwide Shipping
ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS OF THE FOREST GARDEN
A primary focus of TREES’ program is their Forest Garden Approach which enables farmers to work the land to both restore and protect it. This approach also allows the farmers to grow extra food and resources for personal use and selling, which is more than what traditional large-scale farming methods can achieve. The agriculture techniques these farmers use can reduce the harmful impacts of climate change and allows farmers to endure difficult situations like extended hot weather and long periods without rain. On average, a forest garden offsets 144.64 metric tons of carbon dioxide per acre of land over 20 years.
In partnership with TREES, Green Worldwide’s donations directly impact:
Improved Tree Cover – A typical one-acre Forest Garden is home to approximately 2,500 to 4,000 trees, primarily consisting of native or adapted species. These trees play a vital role in safeguarding the soil and crops within the Forest Garden. Many trees offer valuable resources like fruits, nuts, timber, fodder, and fuel.
Carbon Storage – In 20 years, the average Forest Garden has the capacity to offset around 144.64 metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) per acre. This carbon is stored within the trees, plants, and soil.
Addressing Climate Change – Farmers adopt climate-smart practices within Forest Gardens, providing protection against extreme heat, prolonged droughts, and the unpredictable weather patterns associated with climate change. For instance, in regions susceptible to increased flooding, TREES personnel instruct farmers in constructing earthworks and cultivating protective grasses and crops to redirect excess water during the rainy season.
Enhanced Biodiversity – Farmers are encouraged to diversify crop cultivation to ensure a year-round source of sustenance. Typically, when farmers join the program, they focus on cultivating one or two crops. Upon graduation, they have expanded to include dozens of various species. As the variety of plants increases, so does the diversity of wildlife, resulting in an overall improvement in biodiversity.
TREES FOR THE FUTURE
Trees for the Future is an international development 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that meets a triple bottom line by planting trees for poverty alleviation, hunger eradication, and healing the environment. Since 1989, TREES has planted over 278 million trees, restored over 71,000 acres, and changed over 332,000 lives.
MAKE YOUR FREIGHT MATTER
Choose Green Worldwide and a tree will be planted – helping both a rural farming family and the climate – for every one of your shipments. Contact us to get started today!
To discover more about Green Worldwide Shipping’s commitment to sustainability, visit https://www.greenworldwide.com/sustainability/
