Kia partners with Trees for Cities

A recent project in London - in conjunction with the Mayor of London's street trees initiative - saw 100 trees being planted in the ward of Coldharbour - covering Clapham and the surrounding areas. Trees for Cities consulted heavily with local residents and community groups to ensure the right trees were planted in the right place. For example, Voltaire Road in Clapham was chosen after a resident was so passionate about trees being planted on her street that she spoke with other residents and got signatures in support of tree planting and sent it through to Trees for Cities.

Commenting on the partnership Sharon Johnson, Chief Executive from Trees for Cities said: "Thanks to Kia's ongoing support, Trees for Cities has planted more than 285 street trees in urban areas that need them most. Rather than simply planting trees, Trees for Cities work with the local community to engage local residents and businesses, create social cohesion and make our busy urban areas better places to live for many years to come. As well as having a positive impact on the local environment, street trees have a narrowing effect, slowing cars and making streets safer."

Plans for 2012 and beyond are already in process with plans to expand support into areas such as Trees for Food, Play and Learning as well as edible playgrounds - helping to reintroduce trees grown for their fruits and nuts into more urban areas as well as teaching children about their natural environment.

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Notes: Trees for Cities is a registered charity and relies wholly on contributions, details of projects and more about the company can be found at www.treesforcities.co.uk