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Publix commemorates millionth tree planted with the Arbor Day Foundation

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Freitag, Mai 19, 2023
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For the seventh consecutive year, Publix Super Markets is supporting the Arbor Day Foundation by funding tree plantings to support reforestation projects throughout Florida.

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  • For the seventh consecutive year, Publix Super Markets is supporting the Arbor Day Foundation by funding tree plantings to support reforestation projects throughout Florida.
  • To commemorate the millionth tree planted and in honor of National Plant Something Day, a tree-planting ceremony was held at Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland, Florida.
  • “We’re proud to commemorate the millionth tree milestone at Bonnet Springs Park alongside the Arbor Day Foundation,” said Publix CEO Todd Jones.
  • Moving forward, Publix plans to expand tree plantings to other states within the company’s operating area, creating an even more widespread impact.

Publix Donation Supports Water Conservation in Damaged North Florida Watershed

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Mittwoch, März 2, 2022
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For the sixth year in a row, Publix is supporting the restoration of damaged Florida watersheds through a donation to the Arbor Day Foundation.

Key Points: 
  • For the sixth year in a row, Publix is supporting the restoration of damaged Florida watersheds through a donation to the Arbor Day Foundation.
  • Our collaboration with the Arbor Day Foundation will have a lasting effect on the quality and quantity of drinking water in our Florida aquifers.
  • Since 2016, Publix has supported the Arbor Day Foundation in planting 731,000 trees in four damaged Florida watersheds.
  • When runoff is reduced, more water soaks into the ground and, ultimately, into the aquifers supplying Florida residents with clean drinking water.