Royal Gazette: Runs and Goals to count towards planting project
More than 100 ecosystems are expected to be established across the island as sports players score in the run-up to the island’s fifth Youth Climate Summit.
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute said it is celebrating the YCS by teaming up with the Bermuda Cricket Board and the Bermuda Football Association.
Their partnership will focus on Trees4Scores, described by the BUEI as “a highly impactful environmental and community service programme” that will launch during Cup Match.
The Bermuda National Trust is also involved in the project, which was designed to restore and preserve the island’s biodiversity and promote climate action.
It is anticipated that 130 native and endemic ecosystems will be planted in November.
The BUEI said in a statement: “The 130 ecosystems are comprised of 390 trees, plants and ground covers, which are being provided thanks to the generous support of Roots Imperative, a Loren Hotel non-profit initiative, Conduit Re and Catalina Re.
“Planting locations will be co-ordinated at three sites on November 22 — Spittal Pond in Smith’s, Sherwin Nature Reserve at Warwick Pond and High Point Nature Reserve in Southampton.
“Additional sponsors are welcome and volunteers are encouraged to participate in the planting activities.”
The YCS promotes youth leadership and empowers Bermuda’s young people to find their voice and advocate for their future.
Royal Gazette: Runs and Goals to count towards planting project