TREE: Take Action to Restore our Environment’s Energy
August 19, 2023
The Annual Tree Planting activity initiated by TMP is considered to be every dealer’s corporate social responsibility. In partnership with the Municipality of Mataas Na Kahoy, Batangas, headed by Ms. Aileen Andal from Agriculture Office of Mataas Na Kahoy, Batangas and Mr. Mario Orense from Barangay Nangkaan, Toyota Lipa held its tree planting last August 19, 2023 at Barangay Nangkaan, Mataas Na Kahoy, Batangas.
A total of five hundred (500) plant seedlings were planted and donated for the whole duration of the activity. Two hundred (200) seedlings were planted by volunteers from Toyota Lipa and LGU, seedlings consisting of majority of Forest Trees which is Nymph Tree and three hundred (300) plant seedlings, categorized as Fruit Bearing Trees specifically Jackfruit were then donated to the LGU as this was also considered to be a possible additional source of income for the residents in the years to come.
Macy, one of the volunteers during the activity, shared that “Aside from being aesthetically pleasing, trees minimize and store atmospheric carbon, slow down heavy rain, lessen the likelihood of flooding, and improve air quality. They have a positive impact on mental health and wellness, lower stress levels, and promote outdoor exercise for the residents who live nearby.”
The importance of trees was also given emphasis by Kyla, another volunteer because they serve as our protection from natural disasters. “Ang puno ay parang maihahalintulad natin sa mga tao na nilikha ng diyos, may silbi at halaga, at may pakinabang sa ating buhay.”