5 Companies Planting Trees based on your Digital Actions
Are you one of the climate warriors wondering what are humans doing to protect the climate & earth? Do you feel majority of the companies are green washing campaigns, just to look eco-friendly when really they are not taking any substantial actions?
Do you think about, what you can do as a consumer to make a difference and actually make an impact? If you want to make a positive impact and contribute towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals then do check out the five companies listed below.
These companies do not make any fake claims or promises but they plant trees based on your digital actions taken on their digital platforms/products. Do check them out to see how companies around the world are trying to tackle climate change with innovative products and ideas.
1. Ecosia
Ecosia is a social business, established in 2009. It is an alternate search engine platform which you can also install as your browser. When you use this search engine for your online search activity, search ads displayed on your search results generate income for the company. Ecosia then uses the profit generated to plant trees all around the world and also work on various economical and social issues which need attention. They have planted over 122 million trees around the world. Transparency and trust is really valued at this brand, hence they submit monthly financial reports and tree plantation reciepts. It is the first company to attain the German B corp accreditation.
Install this broswer and plant trees with every search. Have a look at the screenshot below to see how you can see the number of trees you plant with every search.
2. TreeCard
TreeCard is powered by Ecosia. It is the world's wooden master card that is given to users for free 100% with no hidden charges. Once you receive the card and make a payment using it, the vendor/store will pay a small transaction fee to TreeCard which generates revenue for reforestation projects. It offers a card and an app which lets you track all your expenses, you can freeze the card anytime and provides insurance cover too. 122, 817 trees have been planted by TreeCard till date. These cards are made from a unique grain and is manufactured from sustainably sourced cherry wood. 80% of the profits generated go towards reforestations projects around the world. You can get your free wooden master card by installing the app from Google or Apple play store.
Let the shopping experience now be a little guilt free, when you know that with every swipe you are planting a tree somewhere in the world.
3. Woodchuck
This promotional gift and merchandise company follows the formula of "Buy One. Plant One". They sell a variety of products which includes journals, flask, credit card bottle opener, stationary items & decor. This is a USA based company which manufactures wood products which are highly personalised and customised. Their mission includes to put nature back into the lives of everyone. They want to remind all their customers about how vulnerable planet earth is due to the various challenges like climate change and global warming. They plant a tree for every product sold, it is their way of safeguarding the planet for the future generations and providing high quality wooden products to the customers. This company has planted 2, 692, 852 trees till date.
Next time you need some promotional items for your events or company and if your company is based in US, you know whom to contact.
4. Treebanks
This company follows a simple concept to help save the environment, reduce CO2 emission and protect the earth. With every travel booking customers make on their partner websites, Treebanks plant a tree for free. The booking journey needs to start from the Treebanks website and you will then be re-directed to their partner sites. The commission tree bank receives is utilised for tree plantation and tree seed generation. They have planted 5703 trees and counting.
Check their website today before you make your next travel bookings.
The mission of this organisation is restore the Scottish Highlands area and ensure the plants, animals, wildlife are preserved and protected. They have various initiatives going on which include, Trees for Life Woodland Services, Red Squirrel Reintroduction, Caledonian Pinewood Recovery and planting trees. The tree planting initiative will plant trees, on your behalf on the Scottish Highlands. You can either plant a tree or gift it to your loved ones. Tree certificates make a special day for your loved ones more memorable and their gift continues to grow every single day. You can send a personalised e-delivered tree certificate to your family and friends too.
What better way to celebrate birthdays, anniversary and other special occasions than plating a tree in Scottish Highlands.
I hope this blog has given you ideas to be a green warrior and support/promote brands who are trying to do their best to reduce CO2 emissions, reduce pollution and protect the environment. Let me know in the comments below if you know of any other such companies who are championing the fight against climate change.
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