Ecodrive

700 million people around the world are at risk from tsunamis. Due to the combined effects of coastal population increases and rising sea levels, that number is only set to grow. Barriers, both man-made and natural, are key to the safety of coastal communities. Mangrove trees act as a natural buffer against sea surges and cyclones by absorbing and dissipating the energy from incoming waves. Mangrove belts several meters wide have been shown to decrease tsunami wave height by between 5% and 30%. Wide, dense mangrove strips can also limit the area flooded by tsunamis, tempering after-effects. Unfortunately, these vital trees are under threat from overexploitation and human development. You can make a difference by supporting mangrove planting projects via your business with Ecodrive. Learn how at https://lnkd.in/gHmzXr64 P.s. Did we mention that mangroves are some of the most effective carbon-capturing ecosystems on Earth? Wherever we call home, we all feel the benefit of mangrove trees.

👖👖👖 ➡️ 🌳🌳🌳 Lola Jeans are blazing a cleaner, more sustainable path in the traditionally dirty world of denim. The Canadian company utilize eco-friendly materials and green manufacturing methods to create products that are better for our planet. Plus, in partnership with Ecodrive, Lola are planting a tree for every order, ensuring their environmental impact lasts far beyond the point of sale 🌳🌳🌳

🌳 50K MILESTONE! 🌳 Lab Alley is proud to announce that we have planted over 50,000 mangrove trees in Kenya! ⁠This could not have been possible without your unwavering business and support. Thank you! When you shop with Lab Alley, you support Ecodrive - an initiative that combats deforestation and promotes a more sustainable planet. While 50K is an amazing achievement, we're not done yet! Think we can get to 100K? → bit.ly/3RYIi0V #Ecodrive #LabAlleyCares #Sustainability #GreenBusiness

Over the last century, deforestation caused by cattle ranching has significantly impacted Hawaii’s landscapes. Large areas of native forests have been cleared to make way for pastureland, disrupting ecosystems that once supported rich biodiversity. This deforestation has had negative effects on wildlife, with many native species losing their habitats and declining in population, and on our planet, with less and less carbon captured from the atmosphere. Our Hawaii planting projects focus on the rejuvenation of these landscapes. The Koa trees we are planting have been shown to be highly effective at carbon sequestration, with estimates of up to 60 metric tons of carbon per hectare stored in mature forests. The planting of trees will help to rebuild habitats for native wildlife, stabilize soil to prevent erosion, and reduce the impacts of flooding and landslides. In addition to environmental benefits, reforestation projects create opportunities for local communities through conservation jobs and eco-tourism, while also preserving the cultural and spiritual connection that native Hawaiians have with their land. We’re proud to be making a difference on these special islands. Learn how you and your business can too by sending us a message today! 🌳

Ecodrive 🤝 4ocean PBC 🤝 Keeping our beaches and oceans free from plastic 🌊 Thank you to everyone who joined us in San Diego on Thursday for our beach clean up and whale watching cruise! Keep an eye on our page for details about how to take part in upcoming eco-events 🌎

Do you operate a subscription-based business? Empowering your customers to support sustainable projects can significantly increase opt-ins and long-term retention. Combining Ecodrive and Recharge technology makes it easy to plant trees or pull plastic from the ocean with every payment cycle. That means the planet, and your business, feel the benefits. Learn more at the link below 👇

🌲🌲🌲 Getting our hands (and our hats) dirty in Cariboo, BC. During the summers of 2017, 2018 and 2021, British Columbia was devastated by wildfires blazing through over 1.3 million hectares of land. Fires reached heights and temperatures intense enough to kill the forest, scarring the soil and leaving behind damaged ecosystems that have struggled to recover. Local wildlife’s habitats were destroyed, and Indigenous communities also lost their traditional hunting range and food sources, their way of life heavily impacted. It’s estimated that it will take approximately 13 million trees and many years to restore Cariboo to its former glory. We’re working on it. One seed at a time. Ecodrive enables you to support restoration efforts by planting a tree with every sale your business makes. 🔗 Learn how, and begin making an impact now, via https://lnkd.in/gHmzXr64 — In partnership with the amazing veritree and Zanzibar 🌲🌲🌲

Southern California Friends – two awesome events next week! 🌊 We’re excited to invite you to two incredible opportunities to make an impact and connect with like-minded people: 1. 4ocean San Diego Beach Cleanup & Boat Tour with Ecodrive! Join us for a beach cleanup at Playa Pacifica Park, followed by a boat tour of San Diego Bay! It's the perfect way to give back to the environment, enjoy the stunning coastline, and meet others passionate about sustainability. 📅 Date: Thursday, October 17th 🕗 Time: 8:30am - 11:30am PST 📍 Location: Playa Pacifica Park, San Diego, CA (1093 E Mission Bay Dr.) 🔗 RSVP for the beach cleanup & boat tour here: https://lnkd.in/eWaBQcCX 2. Sustainable Brands Conference Before the cleanup, head over to the Sustainable Brands 2024 conference to explore the latest innovations in sustainability. Connect with industry leaders, changemakers, and innovators shaping the future! 💼 Use code PTR4OCEAN20 to register for the Sustainable Brands Conference and save 20%! Let’s come together to protect our oceans and build a better future. Spread the word and see you there! 🌿 #Sustainability #BeachCleanup #BoatTour #OceanConservation #SustainableBrands

Who's going to Sustainable Brands next week in San Diego? Ecodrive will be there with 4ocean PBC at our booth so feel free to swing by and say hi! We'll also be doing a beach cleanup Thursday morning at Playa Pacifica Park + a boat ride around Mission Bay. If you're in town and want to join here is the link to RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gzCSWQBM? Hope to see you there!

While many of our partners support the planting of mangroves all around the world, today, we can’t not think about those very same trees that line our coast here in the US. In a recent post, Alex Schulze reminded us about the role that mangroves play in protecting our shorelines from impact caused by natural events like hurricanes. Known as shoreline protectors, mangroves use their powerful root system to withstand strong winds while protecting coastlines from storm action. But what happens when their root systems are full of plastic and debris? As our feed is full of images of destruction and loss, we’re reminded of the importance of keeping our ocean clean. That’s why we’re grateful to partner with 4ocean PBC and support their work in cleaning up debris, ghost nets and further taking care of those vulnerable mangrove forests in the state of Florida. As a team, our thoughts go out to those that were impacted by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.