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ZIVELO turns kiosk sales into pledge to plant trees

October 24, 2013

Kiosk manufacturer ZIVELO has announced its commitment to green initiatives through its partnership with the nonprofit Trees for the Future, pledging to plant at least three trees for every kiosk sold.

"In our affluent world, people tend to take trees for granted. But in countries like Haiti and Kenya, the land is up to 98 percent deforested. Trees are a desperately needed resource. They provide food, fuel, and building material for houses," said Eugene Sofer, executive director at Trees for the Future.

So far this year, over 10,800 trees were planted by ZIVELO in impoverished nations to aid in the reversal of deforestation, the company said in the announcement. ZIVELO is also working with local municipalities to plant trees throughout the city of Marion, Ind., to give back to the community of their roots.

"Being environmentally conscious and investing in philanthropy are core tenants of our business philosophy. As the company continues to experience elevated levels of success, it is important that we expand our social responsibility initiatives," said Ziver Birg, CEO of ZIVELO.

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