IDAC employees, led by Communications Director Claudio Martínez Turbí, together with José Miguel Méndez (Luis Pavolo), Mayor of Villa Altagracia, and Inauri Reyes, representative of the Ministry of Environment, during the reforestation drive.
Villa Altagracia, Dominican Republic – The Dominican Institute of Civil Aviation (IDAC) carried out a reforestation initiative in the municipality of Villa Altagracia as part of its ongoing efforts to help conserve natural resources and promote a culture of environmental responsibility.
Approximately 2,500 native mahogany, pine, and guásara trees were planted during the activity. The seedlings were provided by the local office of the Ministry of Environment, whose representatives joined IDAC employees throughout the reforestation effort.
Families planting trees together.
“Today we are planting lives. This reforestation activity in this beautiful area of Villa Altagracia is part of our Corporate Social Responsibility efforts. As an institution whose work has an impact on the environment, this is a shared commitment to give back to the earth a portion of what we have taken from it. May this serve as an act of responsibility toward future generations,” said Claudio Martínez, IDAC Director of Communications, speaking on behalf of Director General Igor Rodríguez Durán.
Inauri Reyes, from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, instructs IDAC employees on the proper techniques for planting and caring for trees.
Martínez Turbí also noted that the institution promotes initiatives like this as a way of contributing to the restoration of ecosystems.
“Aviation has a significant impact on nature and the environment. Therefore, as a responsible institution, we undertake these initiatives to show nature that we are giving back, even if only a little,” he said.
Villa Altagracia Mayor José Miguel Méndez (Luis Pavolo) and IDAC Communications Director Claudio Martínez Turbí take part in the tree-planting effort.
On behalf of the Villa Altagracia City Council, Mayor José Miguel Méndez (Luis Pavolo) thanked IDAC for selecting the municipality to host the event. He highlighted the area’s rich environmental heritage and encouraged participants to explore its natural attractions while continuing to support conservation efforts.
“Planting a tree is planting a life. It is something that God will reward you for,” the mayor stated.
Working as tirelessly as ants, IDAC employees demonstrated remarkable dedication throughout the reforestation activity.
Meanwhile, Inauri Reyes, Head of Reforestation for the Ministry of Environment in Villa Altagracia, explained that reforestation begins long before trees are planted. It involves a technical process that includes collecting and selecting seeds, germinating them in nurseries, and caring for the seedlings for five to six months before transplanting them into the field.
Mother and daughter supporting reforestation.
The specialist also emphasized the vital role trees play in preserving water resources, capturing carbon dioxide, producing oxygen, and preventing soil erosion and flooding.
Following the remarks, participants received technical guidance on proper tree-planting techniques before heading to the designated reforestation area, where they planted a variety of forest species as part of the joint effort to strengthen the area’s vegetation cover.
Participant registration during the IDAC–Villa Altagracia reforestation drive.
Through this initiative, the Dominican Institute of Civil Aviation reaffirms its commitment to environmental protection and to promoting actions that contribute to sustainable development and the conservation of the country’s natural resources.
An impressive tree-planting initiative in Villa Altagracia.
