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Enterprise Rent-A-Car 50 Million Tree Pledge
Description/achievement of initiative

Enterprise Holdings, via the Enterprise Foundation commits to underwrite the planting of 50 million trees over 50 years (a gift of $50 million in today's dollars)

Implementation methodologies

Combined with Enterprise's support of renewable biofuels research and other operational initiatives the company is undertaking, including the addition of electric vehicles to its fleet, are part of a long-term commitment to sustain business success by sustaining the parts of the world that Enterprise's business touches. Investments made through this unique collaboration will help contribute to cleaner air and purer water, restored wildlife habitat, preserved natural lands for beauty and recreation; and a greener, healthier Earth for generations to come.

Arrangements for Capacity-Building and Technology Transfer

Coordination mechanisms/governance structure

Partner(s)

Arbor Day Foundation, United States Forest Service
Progress reports
2012
Fund plantings in state parks, as well as international locations where Enterprise operates, including Europe and Canada
2013
Focus on urban reforestation to assist with forest fires, drought, and other urban issues ensuring that benefits are realized by a range of communities that Enterprise's business touches.
2030
Underwriting the planting of 50 million trees over 50 years
Financing (in USD)
50,000,000 USD

Basic information
Time-frame: - 2030
Partners
Arbor Day Foundation, United States Forest Service
Countries
Contact information
United Nations