As a tangible expression of its Preserving the Planet initiative, Precision Textiles is hosting ‘Greening the Earth’ events as part of its philanthropic efforts during Earth Week.
Kicking off the week on Earth Day (April 22), the company held an employee tree planting party at its corporate headquarters in Fairfield, New Jersey. Moe Kovangji, vice president of manufacturing and sustainability director, and Kristen LoPresti, director of communications, co-hosted the event as part of a series of monthly activities that help advance the company’s sustainable and environmental, social and governance efforts.
“Earth Week holds a great deal of significance for all of us at Precision Textiles,” Kovangji said. “Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond just words. It’s engrained in our company’s DNA. From implementing sustainable manufacturing practices to organizing events like the tree-planting initiative, we are dedicated to creating a greener environment for our employees and communities. These efforts are not just integral components of our commitment to environmental responsibility, but they also reflect our ethos of corporate stewardship.”
On April 26, which coincides with Arbor Day, 5,000 trees will be planted in the Bladen Lakes State Forest, located approximately two hours from the company’s facility in Troy, North Carolina. Spanning more than 33,000 acres, it is the largest state-owned forest in North Carolina, with reforestation efforts currently underway. A native mix of loblolly pine and longleaf pine trees will be planted as part of the company’s support of the Arbor Day Foundation.
“This event goes beyond work-related activities; it helps bolster our collective efforts toward giving back to our community, our families, and future generations to come,” LoPresti said. “It exemplifies our belief in the power of collaboration to make a difference. This is social responsibility that extends far beyond our company walls.”
Earth Day, which is celebrated by over one billion people in more than 192 countries, was established in 1970. The Arbor Day Foundation was established in 1972 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Arbor Day. As one of the largest nonprofit organizations in the world, the Arbor Day Foundation plants and distributes more than 10 million trees annually, contributing significantly to environmental conservation efforts.
“Celebrating both Earth Day and Arbor Day, along with our monthly activities is quickly becoming ingrained in our company culture,” said Scott Tesser, CEO of Precision Textiles. “By actively engaging employees in these collective efforts, we’re not only transforming our local and regional communities but also making a profound impact on our relationships with customers and suppliers. These initiatives embody our commitment to preserving the planet and serve as a testament to our belief that every action, regardless of its scale, plays a crucial role in shaping a greener, more vibrant world for everyone.”
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