The Ministry of Environment and members of the Dominican Navy, recently planted 3,000 red mangroves in southcentral Las Calderas, Baní. The effort was sponsored by Ricoh Dominicana. The reforestation effort took place at the Navy’s Nautical Club, a location ideal for the species due to its consistently flooded soil.
Red mangroves are vital to the environment and human communities that live nearby. Their roots protect the coast from erosion caused by waves and sea currents. They also act as natural filters that help clean seawater from sediments and pollutants.
“Red mangroves are crucial for the environment and the communities that live near them,” said Marcos Chalas, who, along with Cristiana de la Rosa, represented the Ministry of Environment. “The roots of red mangroves help protect the coast from erosion caused by waves and sea currents. They also act as natural filters that help clean seawater of sediments and pollutants.”
Ricoh Dominicana undertook this initiative as part of its commitment to sustainable development and environmental protection. The company invited other organizations and the general community to join this type of initiative in favor of the planet.
“Mangrove reforestation is fundamental for the protection of coasts against erosion, the regulation of tides and the creation of habitats for diverse marine species,” said Rosanna Rodríguez, marketing specialist at Ricoh Dominicana. “In addition, mangroves contribute to carbon capture, which helps to mitigate climate change.”
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El Dia
12 February 2025