1 Million Trees to Be Planted in U.S. National Forests Thanks to Progressive Car Insurance Customers.Paperless Program Pays Off in More Ways Than One MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio -- U.S. National Forests This is a list of all the National Forests in the United States. If looking at national forests on a map, be aware that, in general, those west of the Great Plains show the true extent of their area, while those east of the Great Plains generally only show purchase districts, within which damaged by wildfires, insects and disease will be getting some much needed help thanks to Progressive car insurance customers who have chosen to receive their policy documents electronically. Not only are those customers saving trees by saving paper, they're also getting trees planted in their honor. Progressive began offering to plant trees in 2007 to help raise awareness of its paperless program. Since then, more than 1 million customers have signed up. "Our customers rose to the challenge and now we're following through on our commitment," said Christine Johnson, Progressive's customer experience general manager. "When we began the tree planting campaign we had no idea where it would end up, but we're pleased it has led to such a significant result." Progressive will provide funding for the 1 million trees to the Arbor arbor Garden shelter providing privacy and partial protection from the weather, most commonly a lightweight, latticed framework (trellis) of wood or metal with interlaced branches of vines or climbing shrubs trained over it. Day Foundation, the country's leading nonprofit A corporation or an association that conducts business for the benefit of the general public without shareholders and without a profit motive. Nonprofits are also called not-for-profit corporations. Nonprofit corporations are created according to state law. , conservation and education organization dedicated to planting trees. The U.S. Forest Service has identified a backlog of more than 1 million acres that need to be replanted. Since 1990, the Arbor Day Foundation has helped to replant re·plant v. To reattach an organ, limb, or other body part surgically to the original site. n. An organ, limb, or body part that has been replanted. more than 13 million trees. "Encouraging customers to go paperless is a great way for companies to help the environment, and we applaud Progressive for doing it. Progressive's generous donation to plant 1 million trees is truly a significant gift to the environment," said John Rosenow, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. "By planting trees in our nation's forests, Progressive is making a positive impact for generations to come." While Progressive's tree planting campaign is wrapping up, it will continue to offer discounts where available to customers who choose to go paperless. About Progressive The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, in business since 1937, is one of the country's largest auto insurance groups, the largest seller of motorcycle motorcycle, motor vehicle whose design is based on the bicycle. The German inventor Gottlieb Daimler is generally credited with building the first practical motorcycle in 1885. The motorcycle did not become dependable and popular, however, until after 1900. and personal watercraft personal watercraft n. 1. A motorized recreational water vehicle normally ridden by straddling a seat. 2. (used with a pl. verb) Such water vehicles considered as a group. policies, and a market leader in commercial auto insurance based on premiums written. Progressive is committed to becoming consumers' #1 choice for auto insurance by providing competitive rates and innovative products and services that meet drivers' needs throughout their lifetimes, including superior online and in-person customer service, and best-in-class, 24-hour claims service, such as its concierge level of claims service available at service centers located in major metropolitan areas throughout the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. . Progressive companies offer consumers choices in how to shop for, buy and manage their auto insurance policies. Progressive offers its products, including personal and commercial auto, motorcycle, boat and recreational vehicle insurance, through more than 30,000 independent insurance agencies throughout the U.S. and online and by phone directly from the Company. Private passenger auto products and prices are different when purchased directly from Progressive or through independent agencies. To find an agent or to get a quote, go to http://www.progressive.com. The Common Shares of The Progressive Corporation, the Mayfield Village, Ohio-based holding company, are publicly traded at (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :PGR PGR Project Gotham Racing (game) PGR Procuraduría General de la República (Mexico) PGR Patriot Guard Riders (national motorcycle group based in Centennial, CO) ). About The Arbor Day Foundation The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit, conservation and education organization of nearly 1 million members, with a mission to inspire people to plant, nurture NURTURE. The act of taking care of children and educating them: the right to the nurture of children generally belongs to the father till the child shall arrive at the age of fourteen years, and not longer. Till then, he is guardian by nurture. Co. Litt. 38 b. , and celebrate trees. More information on the Foundation and its programs can be found at www.arborday.org. |
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