Medline Industries Inc. recently partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation to fund the planting of 20,000 trees in Georgia and Northern California, two ecosystems damaged by deforestation and fire.

In Northern California, Medline is planting 9,000 new trees to assist ongoing recovery efforts following the devastation caused by the 2021 Dixie Fire, the second-largest wildfire in the state’s history. In Georgia, Medline is also supporting the addition of 11,000 longleaf pine trees across 35 tracks of private land. Once the dominant tree species in the South, the longleaf pine currently covers less than 3% of its original range.

“At Medline, we know that our future depends on the health of our environment,” said Francesca Olivier, Medline vice president of global environmental, social, and governance (ESG). “We’re actively exploring strategies to lower our environmental footprint, helping our customers to do the same, and supporting organizations that promote sustainability. We’re pleased to partner with the Arbor Day Foundation on these impactful projects.”

About Medline
Medline Industries Inc. is a Mundelein, Illinois-based distributor of medical supplies and equipment. For more information, visit www.medline.com.