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Volvo Cars’ collaboration with The Nature Conservancy focuses on mangrove restoration in unprotected areas of the Sundarbans. Mangroves play a vital role in carbon sequestration and coastal protection.“>
Volvo Cars is partnering with The Nature Conservancy to restore mangrove forests in the Indian Sundarbans. This initiative, announced at The Ocean Race Summit in Alicante, Spain, aims to address the global triple planetary crisis of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss. The project will support local communities and protect vulnerable species. The work will be funded by the Volvo For Life Fund.
The Indian Sundarbans, located in the Bay of Bengal, is one of the world’s largest mangrove forests. It provides crucial habitat for the Bengal tiger and other species, while also protecting communities from floods. The project aims to improve the coastal ecosystem and support local livelihoods through community-led interventions.
Volvo Cars’ collaboration with The Nature Conservancy focuses on mangrove restoration in unprotected areas of the Sundarbans. Mangroves play a vital role in carbon sequestration and coastal protection.
“At Volvo Cars, our holistic approach to sustainability starts by aiming to reach net zero emissions and to contribute towards the protection our planet’s biodiversity. By partnering with The Nature Conservancy, we’re taking concrete steps to restore coastal ecosystems and empower local communities in the Sundarbans. Our goal is to create a legacy of responsible business, where conscious choices and luxury go hand-in-hand,” said Jyoti Malhotra, Managing Director, Volvo Car India.
Volvo For Life Fund
This mangrove restoration project is one of two coastal health initiatives announced by Volvo Cars at the summit. The company is committed to integrating sustainability into its business practices.
The Volvo For Life Fund, a global philanthropic initiative, supports projects aimed at positively impacting one million lives. The fund focuses on building resilience for people, communities, and ecosystems, continuing Volvo’s focus on safety. This project aligns with the fund’s mission.
The triple planetary crisis of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss poses a significant threat to global ecosystems and human well-being. The Sundarbans are particularly vulnerable to these threats.
What does it signify?
The project seeks to enhance the resilience of the Sundarbans ecosystem and the communities that depend on it. The collaboration aims to achieve tangible improvements in coastal health. The initiative highlights the importance of corporate partnerships in addressing environmental challenges.
The project emphasises a community-led approach to ensure the long-term sustainability of the restoration efforts. Local communities will be actively involved in the planning and implementation of the project.
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Volvo Cars partners with The Nature Conservancy. They will work in the Indian Sundarbans. The project focuses on mangrove restoration. It aims to protect biodiversity. The initiative will support local communities. The project will improve the coastal ecosystem. The program will help vulnerable species like the Bengal tiger. Volvo Cars demonstrates its commitment to sustainability.
Volvo Cars’ collaboration with The Nature Conservancy focuses on mangrove restoration in unprotected areas of the Sundarbans. Mangroves play a vital role in carbon sequestration and coastal protection.“>
Volvo Cars is partnering with The Nature Conservancy to restore mangrove forests in the Indian Sundarbans. This initiative, announced at The Ocean Race Summit in Alicante, Spain, aims to address the global triple planetary crisis of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss. The project will support local communities and protect vulnerable species. The work will be funded by the Volvo For Life Fund.The Indian Sundarbans, located in the Bay of Bengal, is one of the world’s largest mangrove forests. It provides crucial habitat for the Bengal tiger and other species, while also protecting communities from floods. The project aims to improve the coastal ecosystem and support local livelihoods through community-led interventions.
Volvo Cars’ collaboration with The Nature Conservancy focuses on mangrove restoration in unprotected areas of the Sundarbans. Mangroves play a vital role in carbon sequestration and coastal protection.
“At Volvo Cars, our holistic approach to sustainability starts by aiming to reach net zero emissions and to contribute towards the protection our planet’s biodiversity. By partnering with The Nature Conservancy, we’re taking concrete steps to restore coastal ecosystems and empower local communities in the Sundarbans. Our goal is to create a legacy of responsible business, where conscious choices and luxury go hand-in-hand,” said Jyoti Malhotra, Managing Director, Volvo Car India.Volvo For Life Fund
This mangrove restoration project is one of two coastal health initiatives announced by Volvo Cars at the summit. The company is committed to integrating sustainability into its business practices.
The Volvo For Life Fund, a global philanthropic initiative, supports projects aimed at positively impacting one million lives. The fund focuses on building resilience for people, communities, and ecosystems, continuing Volvo’s focus on safety. This project aligns with the fund’s mission.
The triple planetary crisis of climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss poses a significant threat to global ecosystems and human well-being. The Sundarbans are particularly vulnerable to these threats.What does it signify?
The project seeks to enhance the resilience of the Sundarbans ecosystem and the communities that depend on it. The collaboration aims to achieve tangible improvements in coastal health. The initiative highlights the importance of corporate partnerships in addressing environmental challenges.The project emphasises a community-led approach to ensure the long-term sustainability of the restoration efforts. Local communities will be actively involved in the planning and implementation of the project.
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