National Forest Foundation

Triadex Services Partners with National Forest Foundation to Plant 10,000 Trees in Environmental Offset Initiative

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
NFF, Organization, Climate change, Environment, Partnership, Gold standard, Tree, Carbon, Marketing, National Forest, National Forest Foundation, Forestry

TAMPA, Fla., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Triadex Services, a premier provider of data-driven, hyperlocal marketing solutions, proudly announces its partnership with the National Forest Foundation (NFF) as a corporate partner, pledging in 2024 to plant 10,000 trees as part of its Environmental Offset Program. This initiative reflects Triadex Services' and its customers' dedication to environmental sustainability and its ongoing commitment to making a positive impact in communities across the United States.

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  • Triadex Services Pledges to Plant 10,000 Trees with NFF, Enhancing Eco-Sustainability
    TAMPA, Fla., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Triadex Services, a premier provider of data-driven, hyperlocal marketing solutions, proudly announces its partnership with the National Forest Foundation (NFF) as a corporate partner, pledging in 2024 to plant 10,000 trees as part of its Environmental Offset Program.
  • "Our partnership with the National Forest Foundation underscores our commitment to environmental sustainability through the planting of 10,000 trees," said Greg Mesaros, CEO at Triadex.
  • Through partnerships with organizations like the National Forest Foundation, Triadex Services is proud to be at the forefront of environmental stewardship in the marketing industry.
  • For more information about Triadex Services' Environmental Offset Program, visit https://www.triadexservices.com/about-triadex/triadex-cares/ .

The National Forest Foundation and USDA Forest Service Launch Nature Connects Us Campaign

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Monday, February 26, 2024
Nature, National Forest Foundation, Respect, National forest (United States), Learning, Life, Consultant, Health, Organization, NFF, Forest service, Partnership

MISSOULA, Mont., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Forest Foundation (NFF), the congressionally-chartered nonprofit working to improve and restore the health of the 193-million-acre National Forest System, and USDA Forest Service announced today the "Nature Connects Us" outreach campaign which sparks awakening and strengthening of all peoples' connection to national forests and grasslands.

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  • MISSOULA, Mont., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Forest Foundation (NFF), the congressionally-chartered nonprofit working to improve and restore the health of the 193-million-acre National Forest System, and USDA Forest Service announced today the "Nature Connects Us" outreach campaign which sparks awakening and strengthening of all peoples' connection to national forests and grasslands.
  • Through listening, learning, and taking action, the NFF has collaborated with the Forest Service to enhance the truth behind the phrase "Nature Connects Us," to bring this campaign to life.
  • This outreach campaign is the largest and most comprehensive outreach campaign that the Forest Service has collaborated on with the NFF throughout their partnership over the past several decades.
  • To learn more about the Nature Connects Us campaign, visit www.natureconnectsus.org , and explore the diverse ways in which nature can be experienced.

National Forest Foundation (NFF) President & CEO, Mary Mitsos to transition out ahead of the next phase of the organization's growth

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
Love, Natural Resources, National Forest, Mental health, USFS, National Forest Foundation, Growth, Carbon, Health, Recreation, Indian Forest Service, NFF, Forest service, Management

MISSOULA, Mont., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Forest Foundation (NFF), the only congressionally chartered non-profit for the United States Forest Service (USFS), announced that its President and CEO, Mary Mitsos, will step down from her role as the organization embarks on its next phase of growth.

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  • MISSOULA, Mont., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Forest Foundation (NFF), the only congressionally chartered non-profit for the United States Forest Service (USFS), announced that its President and CEO, Mary Mitsos, will step down from her role as the organization embarks on its next phase of growth.
  • "We cannot fully express our gratitude to Mary and the impact she has had on the NFF, our talented staff, partners, and the communities we serve.
  • She added, "It has been my honor and privilege to lead this organization as President & CEO for the past seven years.
  • "I have had the honor of working with Mary for decades," said Randy Moore, Chief of the United States Forest Service.

Blue Forest Launches New Forest Resilience Bond (FRB) to Address Catastrophic Wildfire Threat in the Upper Mokelumne River Watershed

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
Natural Resources, WRI, National Forest Foundation, Blue, Risk, Water quality, Sierra Nevada Conservancy, Ecosystem, The Electric Company, FRB, Disease, CAL, Eldorado National Forest, Bonneville Environmental Foundation, Partnership, Forestry

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Forest, a conservation finance non-profit focused on forest restoration, is proud to announce the launch of the Upper Mokelumne I Forest Resilience Bond (Upper Mokelumne I FRB) in collaboration with the Upper Mokelumne River Watershed Authority (UMRWA) and the Eldorado National Forest.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Forest, a conservation finance non-profit focused on forest restoration, is proud to announce the launch of the Upper Mokelumne I Forest Resilience Bond (Upper Mokelumne I FRB) in collaboration with the Upper Mokelumne River Watershed Authority (UMRWA) and the Eldorado National Forest.
  • The Upper Mokelumne I FRB aims to mitigate the growing threat of catastrophic wildfires in the Upper Mokelumne River watershed through strategic forest restoration and conservation finance.
  • "This partnership with Blue Forest and the launch of the Forest Resilience Bond reflect our commitment to finding innovative solutions to address the growing threat of catastrophic wildfires," said Richard Sykes, Executive Director of the Upper Mokelumne River Watershed Authority.
  • "The Eldorado National Forest is proud to partner with Blue Forest and the Upper Mokelumne River Watershed Authority on this critical initiative," said Joe Stout, Forest Supervisor of Eldorado National Forest.

Planet Financial Group Continues Steady Growth in 2023

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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MERIDEN, Conn., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- During 2023, Planet Financial Group, LLC, parent of national mortgage lender and servicer Planet Home Lending, LLC and  Planet Management Group, LLC, reported consistent performance in origination, servicing and asset management.

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  • MERIDEN, Conn., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- During 2023, Planet Financial Group, LLC , parent of national mortgage lender and servicer Planet Home Lending, LLC and Planet Management Group, LLC , reported consistent performance in origination, servicing and asset management.
  • Planet Financial Group's commitment to corporate excellence and responsibility further solidified its position as an industry leader.
  • In 2023, Planet also expanded its commercial servicing platform to include sub-servicing for private clients.
  • Correspondent volume held steady in 2023, ending at $23.78 billion, off a scant 1% from 2022 volume of $24.10 billion.

After record snow and freezing temps, ImpactLife asks donors to step forward for blood supply

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Friday, January 19, 2024
Weather, Hospital, National Forest Foundation, Blog, Marketing, Blood, Medical device

The provider of blood components to more than 125 hospitals in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Wisconsin is now asking donors of all blood types to help replenish the region’s blood supply.

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  • The provider of blood components to more than 125 hospitals in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, and Wisconsin is now asking donors of all blood types to help replenish the region’s blood supply.
  • To find a nearby Donor Center or mobile blood drive, call (800) 747-5401, or schedule online at www.bloodcenter.org , or via the ImpactLife mobile app ( www.bloodcenter.org/app ).
  • Weather-related cancellations began with a major snowstorm that hit the ImpactLife service on Jan. 9 and 10.
  • ImpactLife is seeking additional donors to help ensure the blood center's ability to provide for local hospitals.

Vail Resorts Achieves 100% Renewable Electricity for Second Consecutive Year & Achieves 2030 Energy-Efficiency Goal Early

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Skiing, Electricity, National Forest Foundation, NAC, Commitment, Biophysical environment, Work, Transport, Organization, Housing, Mental health, Climate change, Investment, Family, Human, National Forest, Social, Partnership, LED, Social responsibility

BROOMFIELD, Colo., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN), announced the release of its 2022/23 Environmental & Social Responsibility Report. In 2017, Vail Resorts announced Commitment to Zero, a bold goal to achieve a zero net operating footprint by 2030, including zero net emissions, zero waste to landfill, and zero net operating impact to forests and habitat.

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  • Key highlights include the following:
    Achieved 100% renewable electricity for the second consecutive year across the company's 37 North American resorts.
  • Achieved energy efficiency goal ahead of the company's 2030 target, driven by $10 million in on-mountain energy-saving investments since 2018.
  • Partnered with 53 nonprofits that provide equitable access by offering adaptive programming across 30 resorts in the Vail Resorts network.
  • Vail Resorts offers robust mental health resources, including six free counseling sessions per year for employees, their dependents, and roommates.

Jackery Reaffirms Commitment to Earth Protection, Looks to Continue Partnership with WWF in 2024

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
Biodiversity, Health, COP28, Multimedia, Partnership, National Forest Foundation, WWF, Dog, Environment, Climate change, Tree, Solar energy, Ferret, Movement, Hunting

In June of 2023, Jackery announced a partnership with WWF, striving to support scientists and conservationists in their efforts to detect, track and protect endangered black-footed ferrets in their natural habitats.

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  • In June of 2023, Jackery announced a partnership with WWF, striving to support scientists and conservationists in their efforts to detect, track and protect endangered black-footed ferrets in their natural habitats.
  • In addition to supporting WWF in its endangered species conservation initiatives, Jackery has also taken action to support Earth's forests.
  • Looking ahead to 2024, Jackery aims to continue its collaboration with WWF and take proactive measures to protect the natural environment and biodiversity.
  • By strengthening its partnership with WWF, Jackery seeks to amplify its positive impact on the environment.

Boxed Water™ National Survey Reveals Recycling Apathy Among Gen Z/Millennials

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Aluminium, Sale, Confusion, San Francisco International Airport, Wildfire, City, Recycling, National Forest Foundation, Ageing, Certification, LAX, Baby boomers, ISO, NFF, Life-cycle assessment, Marketing, Greenpeace USA, Airport, International airport, Ellen, Tree, San Francisco Bay Area, Partnership, Water, Los Angeles International Airport, Boxed, State, Travel, Anthesis, Philosophy, Bottled water, SFO, Boston

HOLLAND, Mich., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boxed Water™ — the most renewable brand in the water aisle — conducted a deep dive on American consumer perceptions around recycling and the impacts of single-use plastic. In partnership with Researchscape International, 1,016 participants were interviewed from November 3-6, 2023.

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  • HOLLAND, Mich., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boxed Water™ — the most renewable brand in the water aisle — conducted a deep dive on American consumer perceptions around recycling and the impacts of single-use plastic.
  • The survey revealed surprising generational apathy toward recycling.
  • Recycling plastic in the U.S. has become that Sisyphean task of pushing a rock uphill," added Boxed Water Chief Revenue Officer, Robert Koenen.
  • Important to note, while aluminum and plastic recycling rates continue to decline, carton recycling is on the rise — this year by 7%.

Protecting Watersheds and Preventing Catastrophic Wildfire: Yuba I Forest Resilience Bond Returns Investor Capital, Driving Successful Restoration Efforts on the Tahoe National Forest

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Monday, December 4, 2023
Fire protection, World Resources Institute, Senior, Forestry, National Forest, National Forest Foundation, Tahoe National Forest, COP28, Rockefeller Foundation, FRB, Risk, Investment, MacArthur Foundation, California Department, Innovative financing, NFF, Nature, Ecosystem, WRI, Insurance, Partnership, Growth, Blue, Wildfire, USFS, Bank

In a conservation finance industry milestone, the Yuba I FRB returned all investor capital in line with expectations, financing restoration efforts on a 15,000 acre planning area on the Tahoe National Forest, which reduced the risk of catastrophic wildfire.

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  • In a conservation finance industry milestone, the Yuba I FRB returned all investor capital in line with expectations, financing restoration efforts on a 15,000 acre planning area on the Tahoe National Forest, which reduced the risk of catastrophic wildfire.
  • Planning was completed by USFS, who chose the NFF to manage the implementation of restoration activities on the Tahoe National Forest.
  • "The Forest Resilience Bond's success underscores the necessity of scaling finance models for ecosystem restoration to mitigate wildfire risks."
  • This partnership has attracted over $150 million in funding to continue forest restoration work in the North Yuba watershed.