{"id":1576,"date":"2025-03-21T11:06:32","date_gmt":"2025-03-21T11:06:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wellreceived.com\/blog\/?p=1576"},"modified":"2025-05-27T14:58:06","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T14:58:06","slug":"our-commitment-to-planetary-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wellreceived.com\/blog\/our-commitment-to-planetary-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Beyond healthcare: Our commitment to planetary health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Investing in our planet\u2019s health<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We recognize that human well-being is deeply connected to the health of our planet. While <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanplh\/article\/PIIS2542-5196%2819%2930040-3\/fulltext\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">global health has improved<\/a> over the past century, environmental changes impact that progress, threatening the systems that support life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trees, often referred to as the lungs of our planet, play a pivotal role in tackling these challenges. An acre of mature trees absorbs approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.org\/en-us\/what-we-do\/our-priorities\/build-healthy-cities\/cities-stories\/benefits-of-trees-forests\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2.6 tons<\/a> of carbon dioxide annually. Trees also filter pollutants, improving air quality and reducing respiratory issues in urban populations. Beyond physical health benefits, exposure to green spaces has been linked to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.org\/en-us\/what-we-do\/our-priorities\/build-healthy-cities\/cities-stories\/benefits-of-trees-forests\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">enhanced mental health<\/a>, reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. We have a lot to thank trees for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we look toward a healthier future, investing in reforestation and environmental restoration is not just an ecological necessity but a commitment to sustaining the well-being of future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcw5ay94bMsK7WY3piiOj1l9twHWp8j_bdlYeEbMt3exVn3Fbza1ZUDjTNUe5rP1oeEO3KzHt5YXXbcLzzAdbEZZUGC3LcxnfBhIJGNxxegIpnwTvQe2aFuw9pctPxqYVfSQ5s0AA?key=x91ceLWvTyo-WbYvypQSwgCd\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our partners in growth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To make this vision a reality, we&#8217;re committing to planting a tree for every customer and team member each month. We&#8217;re teaming up with epic tree partners, known for their extraordinary rewilding efforts. This collaboration will help us plant trees in areas that need them the most, encouraging ecological balance and supporting local communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our first partnership is inspired by David Milarch, co-founder of the Archangel Ancient Tree Archive (AATA), who is on a mission to clone and replant some of the world\u2019s oldest and most vital trees. After a life-changing event in 1991, David dedicated himself to creating \u201cliving libraries\u201d of these ancient giants to ensure they thrive for future generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch David\u2019s incredible story here:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"One Man\u2019s Mission to Revive the Last Redwood Forests | Short Film Showcase\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wW9w6eCQQkU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why is this ours to solve?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We help customers provide the best health and well-being services, but we believe our responsibility extends to our shared home. The health of our planet directly influences the health of populations, with environmental factors playing a significant role in <a href=\"https:\/\/odphp.health.gov\/healthypeople\/objectives-and-data\/browse-objectives\/environmental-health#:~:text=Environmental%20pollutants%20can%20cause%20health,and%20some%20types%20of%20cancer.&amp;text=People%20with%20low%20incomes%20are,health%20problems%20related%20to%20pollution.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">public health outcomes<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By contributing to reforestation, we&#8217;re tackling environmental issues that impact us all. This initiative reflects our comprehensive view of health; by caring for our planet, we also care for each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfEu7i0x7wTpPU09q0LlbKmrw6YmDqfCJGHxIUwzEsEH3KP0rGbT8mYvYGgYfjHWffh9NmO9agnWnXkENZ_IQea9D48RWem9kpgrZGLsT818sI2ABgRWflpjAd_ZiJGr3xzsjK7Ew?key=x91ceLWvTyo-WbYvypQSwgCd\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our journey so far and the road ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Meaningful change begins with action. Together with our parent company, <a href=\"https:\/\/anywhereworks.com\/mission\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AnywhereWorks<\/a>, we have worked on reforestation projects worldwide. So far, we\u2019ve planted 1.7 million trees, and that&#8217;s just the beginning!<br>Every tree represents a step toward cleaner air, healthier communities, and a more sustainable future. Looking ahead, we\u2019re excited about expanding our impact, strengthening our partnerships, and doing our part to protect the planet\u2019s health for generations to come. Join us on this journey to build a healthier future; you can learn more about our commitment and get updates <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellreceived.com\/why\/we-care\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We recognize that human well-being is deeply connected to the health of our planet. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":1579,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[24],"tags":[45,100,37],"class_list":["post-1576","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mission-values","tag-giving-back","tag-planetary-health","tag-wecare"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>We Care For Our Planet&#039;s Health - WellReceived Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Our planet&#039;s health directly impacts public health. 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