Honda plants 85,000 trees in Union County to reduce its carbon footprint
Honda creates Power of Dream Forest near Union County operations The Columbus Dispatch
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Honda Plants 85,000 Trees to Reduce Carbon Footprint
Honda announced on Wednesday that it has planted 85,000 trees near its Union County factories in Ohio as part of its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.
The Honda Power of Dreams Forest
The trees were planted on 100 acres of Honda-owned land along the Flat Branch Creek near its Marysville Auto Plant, East Liberty Auto Plant, and Auto Development Center. This area is now known as the Honda Power of Dreams Forest.
Native Trees of Ohio
The trees planted include Hazelnut, Hickory, Maple, Oak, and Sycamore, all native to Ohio.
Benefits of the Tree Planting
- The trees will contribute to the automaker’s carbon sequestration efforts.
- They will improve the buffers along the creek.
- The trees will serve as a habitat for insects, animals, birds, and plants.
Partnerships for Environmental Improvement
Honda will partner with a local farmer to implement practices that improve the water quality of the creek. Additionally, Honda is working with a farm to produce syrup from the maple trees, which will be sold at a local farmers market.
Honda’s Commitment to Sustainable Development Goals
The tree plantings align with Honda’s global goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. Furthermore, Honda aims to have electric vehicles and fuel cell electric vehicles represent 100% of its auto sales in the U.S. and globally by 2040.
Joint Venture for Battery Production
Honda has formed a joint venture with LG Energy Solution to build a plant near Jeffersonville that will manufacture batteries for Honda EVs. The completion of the plant is expected this year.
Offsetting Emissions with Renewable Energy
Honda is offsetting emissions of carbon dioxide from its North American manufacturing operations by purchasing renewable wind and solar power. These agreements cover more than 60% of the electricity Honda uses in North America.
Contact: mawilliams@dispatch.com
Twitter: @BizMarkWilliams
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 13: Climate Action
- Target 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning.
- Indicator 13.2.1: Number of countries that have integrated climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning.
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SDG 15: Life on Land
- Target 15.2: Promote the implementation of sustainable management of all types of forests.
- Indicator 15.2.1: Progress towards sustainable forest management.
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SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- Target 6.3: Improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping, and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials.
- Indicator 6.3.2: Proportion of bodies of water with good ambient water quality.
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SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- Target 7.2: Increase the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix.
- Indicator 7.2.1: Renewable energy share in the total final energy consumption.
Analysis
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
The issues highlighted in the article are connected to SDGs 13, 15, 6, and 7.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Based on the article’s content, the specific targets identified are:
- Target 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning.
- Target 15.2: Promote the implementation of sustainable management of all types of forests.
- Target 6.3: Improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping, and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials.
- Target 7.2: Increase the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Yes, there are indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets:
- Indicator 13.2.1: Number of countries that have integrated climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning.
- Indicator 15.2.1: Progress towards sustainable forest management.
- Indicator 6.3.2: Proportion of bodies of water with good ambient water quality.
- Indicator 7.2.1: Renewable energy share in the total final energy consumption.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 13: Climate Action | Target 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning. | Indicator 13.2.1: Number of countries that have integrated climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning. |
| SDG 15: Life on Land | Target 15.2: Promote the implementation of sustainable management of all types of forests. | Indicator 15.2.1: Progress towards sustainable forest management. |
| SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation | Target 6.3: Improve water quality by reducing pollution, eliminating dumping, and minimizing release of hazardous chemicals and materials. | Indicator 6.3.2: Proportion of bodies of water with good ambient water quality. |
| SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy | Target 7.2: Increase the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix. | Indicator 7.2.1: Renewable energy share in the total final energy consumption. |
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