Onvigo, a new independent travel advisor (ITA) host agency in Canada, has announced its partnership with Trees4Travel.
Trees4Travel allows travellers to help understand and reduce their carbon footprint and positively impact the planet.
"We are delighted to announce this partnership with Trees4Travel," says Shean Carmichael, Onvigo's Director of Operations.
"Now, travellers who book with our ITAs (Independent Travel Advisors) can be assured that their dream vacation can also be a force for good!" Trees are one of nature's most effective tools for combating climate change.
By planting trees in developing countries as travellers embark on their journeys, we can work together to:
• Restore vital ecosystems and biodiversity
• Support local communities
• Reverse the effects of climate change Trees4Travel goes beyond simply planting trees.
They understand that reforestation efforts are vital for future generations and that carbon emissions will be drawn down; however, this will take time, but we also require immediate action to reduce emissions now.
That's why they connect each planted tree with a United Nations Certified Emissions Reduction renewable energy project, effectively doubling the positive impact of each trip.
Trees4Travel cofounder Nico Nicholas says, "Collaborating with Onvigo is important for our mission. Our aim is to illuminate the positive potential of travel by cultivating forests which serve to mitigate emissions, rejuvenate biodiversity, and bolster communities in developing nations. Moreover, we're committing to renewable energy initiatives globally. It's crucial for every stakeholder in the travel ecosystem, from tourists to operators, to comprehend the ecological footprint left by tourism and to adopt a stance of accountability by making conscientious decisions, taking deliberate actions, and contributing to climate-positive endeavors."
Trees4Travel's co-founding partner Elkie Nicolas added: "We are swiftly expanding our global partnerships to empower travel enterprises and their patrons to adopt a transformative, regenerative stance in their operations. Through easy, cost-effective, and significant climate contributions, we are facilitating benefits for both the earth and its inhabitants. Our efforts aid in advancing nearly 15 of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, underscoring our commitment to sustainability and responsible growth."
The pair believe travel agents can make "an enormous positive impact" by educating travellers about responsible and regenerative actions.
"They are essentially on the frontline helping travellers make choices, so it is vital that travel agents understand the important role that they have in guiding their clients to make smarter more sustainable choices that benefit rather than damage the earth," said Nico.
Trees4Travel: Inspiring & Enabling Planet & People Positive Action Trees4Travel offers a comprehensive approach to sustainable travel.
Here's how they achieve this:
• Translates Trips into Trees: Easily calculate your carbon footprint and plant the equivalent number of trees.
• Carbon Calculator for Travellers: A user-friendly tool to understand the environmental impact of your trip.
• Rebalance Your Carbon Footprint: Actively contribute to positive environmental awareness and change as you travel.
• Follow Your Trees & Impact: Track the growth of your trees and witness the tangible difference you're making.
• Hybrid Tree Planting & Renewables: Combine the power of reforestation with renewable energy projects for maximized impact.
• UN Trillion Trees Initiative: Part of a global movement to restore our planet's forests.
• Support of the UN Sustainability Goals: Your travel contributes to a wider movement for a more sustainable and equitable world.
We are empowering travellers and the industry alike to understand and reduce their impact and enable tangible climate contributions with every voyage.
Be part of the movement: travel smart, travel green, travel with Onvigo + Trees4Travel.
