Restoring nature
As a global leader in sustainability and social purpose, we’re bringing the full power of our connected technology solutions and what we’ve learned from decarbonizing our own operations, to help others embrace more environmentally sustainable practices.
We just celebrated planting our millionth tree and we’re not stopping there
Starting in 2023, we will be reporting on our impact across the various projects that we and our customers support.
LAND REFORESTED
55.6
HECTARES
Compares to 103 football fields.
TOTAL TREES
555,556
Compares to planting 9,921 studio apartments full of trees.
CO2 TO BE SEQUESTERED
119,785
TONNES
Compares to removing 26,040 cars from the road for one year.
PEOPLE EMPLOYED
15
Provided 2,138 work days to local workers.
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Restoration locations
CANADA
Hotham Sound
Trees Ordered
513,185
Forest Type
Kelp
This project aims to create a mixed use restoration and commercial kelp forest where local Indigenous groups will benefit from restored fisheries, ecosystem services, and kelp harvesting.
KENYA
Mbuguni
Trees Ordered
555,556
Forest Type
Mangrove
Located on the Likoni river delta, this mangrove forest helps stabilize and protect the landscape from erosion and creates valuable nurseries in a unique ecosystem.
Restoration methods and initiatives that will help us reach our goal
Ocean and marine ecosystem management
Restoring and protecting ocean and marine ecosystems through seaforestation (kelp planting), the reduction of plastic pollution, and supporting aquatic species protection.
Habitat enhancement
Restoring and protecting ecosystems through actions such as wildlife habitat recovery, habitat connectivity improvement and biodiversity conservation.
Green land cover restoration
Restoring forest ecosystems through reforestation and afforestation, and engaging in ecosystem-based management for other vegetated areas such as wetlands and grasslands.
Biodiversity monitoring
Developing infrastructure and technology to support native biodiversity, monitor restoration progress and consolidate data for action.
Working with nature, powered by technology
We are working on innovating with technology, including 5G capabilities, to advance our goal and enhance the benefits provided by restoration activities. Leveraging our partnerships and technology expertise, we explore how new and emerging technologies can support nature-based solutions and connect people to nature.
Following best-in class guidelines
In working towards our goal, we will be following established restoration frameworks developed by the
International Union for Conservation of Nature
(IUCN) and the World Resources Institute
(WRI). Grounded in transparency and accountability, for each of our projects we work with key partners to define project needs, collect relevant data, monitor progress regularly and report findings openly.
Our partners
Frequently asked questions
Why nature-based solutions?
Where will TELUS restoration initiatives take place?
Contact the TELUS Environmental Solutions Team
We welcome your inquiries about our commitment to restoring nature and ongoing efforts to make a difference.