Adopt a Forest Program: Copaíba and Jungheinrich restore more than 25 hectares of Atlantic Forest in the Camanducaia basin.

THE Copaiba Environmental Association It is internationally recognized for its work restoring the Atlantic Forest, but it is also necessary to highlight the partners who make this work a reality. Jungheinrich, [Company Name], a multinational company of German origin, with direct operations in more than 42 countries and one of the global leaders in the materials handling sector, is one of these important partners that is working with [Company Name]. Copaiba Committed to the future of the planet, transforming degraded areas into new forests and strengthening climate balance.

THE Jungheinrich The company works with actions deeply aligned with its purpose of "Moving the world towards a happier and more sustainable future, inspiring people to care for people and the planet." The company is committed to creating a positive impact through sustainable practices that improve both the environment and the workplace, through management and investments that consider their social and environmental impacts and corporate governance practices.

Adopt a Forest

This purpose fit perfectly with the program. Adopt a Forest, by Copaíba, which connects companies and people to the restoration of the Atlantic Forest and the conservation of springs, streams, and biodiversity. Through the program Adopt a Forest, The partners support much more than just planting native trees; they support the entire ecological restoration process, which involves technical planning, area maintenance, and monitoring of results over time. As a distinguishing feature, the program guarantees transparency and traceability of actions, with continuous monitoring of restored areas and a direct connection between supporters and the impact generated in the field. “The partnership with Jungheinrich shows that the private sector has a fundamental role to play in the regeneration of the Atlantic Forest. When a company decides to invest in restoration, it is not only offsetting impacts, but actively contributing to the protection of biodiversity, water, and climate. We hope that Jungheinrich's example will inspire other companies to also be part of this transformation, joining efforts for a more sustainable future.”, "said Nadine Tonelli Cavalari, Resource Mobilization Coordinator at Copaíba.".

Six years of partnership

The partnership between Jungheinrich and Copaiba, through the Program Adopt a Forest, it has existed since 2021 and is already in its seventh restoration area, within an Environmental Protection Area (APA Piracicaba/Juqueri Mirim II), in the Monte Alegre do Sul region, in the interior of São Paulo.  “"The partnership between Jungheinrich and Copaíba, through the Program Adopt a Forest, This goes far beyond an environmental initiative—it translates, in practice, our purpose of caring for people and the planet. Since 2021, we have already advanced to the seventh area under restoration, showing that sustainability is not just talk, it's continuous action. This is how we believe in generating real impact: together, restoring today to transform tomorrow.”, "said Lauro Carvalho, Marketing and Training Director for Latin America at Jungheinrich.".

To date, the partnership has resulted in the restoration of 25,128 hectares of land, with the planting of 60,719 native tree seedlings. These seedlings play a strategic role in protecting the water resources of the Camanducaia River basin, within the PCJ (Parque Nacional da Jundiaí) territorial area, which encompasses the hydrographic basins of the Piracicaba, Capivari, and Jundiaí rivers in the states of São Paulo and Minas Gerais. In total, it was possible to preserve four springs and three streams in these areas, highlighting the direct impact of these actions on maintaining water quality and availability in the region. 

This set of initiatives represents a consistent advance in the environmental restoration of the Atlantic Forest, promoting not only the recovery of ecosystems, but also the strengthening of biodiversity and the protection of essential ecosystem services.

And the partnership continues strong into the next season.“Two new areas have already been planned for planting, expanding the partnership's reach through the Program. Adopt a Forest ...and continuing the results achieved in the restoration of the Camanducaia River basin. Today, in addition to being part of the program, Jungheinrich is also a Copaíba Partner Company, strengthening institutional support across different areas of the organization..", informed Nadine.".

“"The Environment Wins Double"”

Based in Hamburg, the Jungheinrich It has been around for over 70 years and today has more than 20,000 employees in 42 countries, developing, implementing, optimizing, and maintaining the best material handling solutions for your application.

THE Jungheinrich They believe that progress and environmental responsibility go hand in hand, and therefore promote the campaign "The Environment Wins Double," dedicated to the restoration of the Atlantic Forest.“For every customer who replaces a combustion engine appliance with an electric one from Jungheinrich, 30 trees will be planted in a section of the Atlantic Forest. And, for every purchase or rental of a new electric appliance, another 5 saplings are planted, so all our customers can contribute to the future of the planet and help with its restoration.”Lauro said. The partnership between the program Adopt a Forest And the Environment Wins Double, shows that together, Copaiba and Jungheinrich They continue to bring about a true transformation in the Atlantic Forest.

Copaiba

THE Copaiba Environmental Association Copaíba is a non-profit Public Interest Civil Society Organization (OSCIP) based in the municipality of Socorro (SP), which has been working since 1999 with the mission of conserving and restoring the Atlantic Forest in the basins of the Peixe and Camanducaia rivers. Present in 19 municipalities in this region, Copaíba develops integrated actions in the areas of public policy, environmental education, production of native seedlings and ecological restoration, promoting the reconnection of people with nature and contributing to the protection of natural resources, especially water and biodiversity.