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Volvo's Reverse Project: Turning Kilometers into Trees for a Sustainable Future

Volvo Car has initiated the Reverse Project to counteract environmental damage by planting trees equivalent to the mileage driven by electric vehicles (EVs). Collaborating with ASSOCHAM, Volvo has revitalized an urban dump yard in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, into a flourishing urban forest with the planting of 10,000 trees. For every Volvo EV sold, Volvo plants five trees, and for other EV brands joining the initiative, four trees are planted. Even non-EV owners can participate by making pledges, ensuring broad community involvement in this innovative environmental effort.
This initiative not only underscores Volvo's strong commitment to sustainability but also represents a significant step towards fostering a greener and healthier future. By reclaiming urban spaces and transforming them into vibrant green areas, Volvo is not only offsetting carbon emissions but also enhancing local biodiversity and community well-being. The commitment to maintain these tree plantations and nurture the urban forest for the next four years reflects Volvo Car's dedication to long-term environmental stewardship and sustainable development goals.
Participants in the Reverse Project are not only contributing to environmental conservation but are also recognized for their efforts through certificates acknowledging their contribution to this vital environmental endeavor. This aligns with Volvo Car's broader mission to promote a sustainable planet and achieve net carbon neutrality by 2040, reinforcing their commitment to environmental responsibility beyond vehicle manufacturing.











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  • Jane Wangui

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    This is the way go..a step towards a better environment is what we all should strive to support to bring about significant change.

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    • We Don't Have Time

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      Dear Ann Nyambura Your climate love has received over 50 agrees! We have reached out to Volvo Cars by email and requested a response. I will keep you updated on any progress! To reach more people and increase the chance of a response, click the Share button above to share the review on your social accounts. For every new member that joins We Don't Have Time from your network, we will plant a tree and attribute it to you! /Adam, We Don't Have Time

      • Elizabeth Gathigia

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        It's a great initiative, Volvo has a good example to be emulated

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        • Jane Kamau

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          This is good for volvo

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          • Peter Karanga

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            Kudos to Volvo for leading by example!

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