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IMCD: Collaboration with Plant N Boom for a Sustainable Future

A Christmas greeting from the forests of Sierra Leone!

This year, IMCD is taking a significant step towards a greener future. For every new employee who joins the IMCD team, a tree will be planted in collaboration with Plant N Boom, an organization dedicated to restoring our planet by building forests in Sierra Leone.

Impact of the collaboration

So far, this collaboration has resulted in the planting of 30 trees, compensating for no less than 15 tons of CO2. But the impact extends beyond CO2 compensation. The trees also create employment opportunities and support biodiversity. Through this collaboration, IMCD not only helps the planet but also contributes to the well-being of local communities in Sierra Leone.

The crucial role of forests

Eamonn Hanson, founder of Plant N Boom, emphasizes the importance of forests for our health and well-being. “Forests play a vital role for our planet,” he explains. He refers to an article by BOS+ which explains that approximately 12.5% of our medicines come from forests, particularly from tropical rainforests. About half of the plant-based substances used in medicines come from these forests. “This underscores how essential forests are for human health,” says Hanson.

A message of gratitude

From the forests of Makombeh, Sierra Leone, Eamonn Hanson has recorded a special Christmas greeting for IMCD.

"We are here in Makombeh, Sierra Leone, and thanks to the support of IMCD, it has been possible to build these types of forests. Your contributions not only help us plant trees but also strengthen communities and protect biodiversity. I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!"

This message comes straight from the heart of the forest – a place that continues to grow thanks in part to IMCD's support.

Together for a green future

“IMCD has already proven itself as a company that takes responsibility for the planet,” says Hanson. “The decision to plant a tree for every new employee is a wonderful initiative. We hope that this commitment continues to grow and that IMCD’s dedication to a greener world only gets stronger.”

The collaboration with Plant N Boom complements IMCD's broader sustainability efforts. The company is committed to recycling initiatives, cleanup campaigns, and local and national environmental projects. By taking these steps, IMCD is helping to pave the way for a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.

Call to action: Help us further develop the forests!

IMCD's commitment inspires us to plant even more trees and further develop the forests. Do you also want to contribute to a greener future? Join this movement and help us expand forests, strengthen biodiversity, and support communities.

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Working together towards a common goal can make a world of difference. Let's continue to grow together, tree by tree.

Thank you for your support and happy holidays!