Cruise On Land plants 1,000 trees to boost long-term environmental impact in Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo.- Cruise On Land reinforced its sustainability commitment by planting 1,000 trees across 8,000 m² in Villa Altagracia’s Lochangas sector and other sites in Santo Domingo province. Partnering with the Ministry of Environment, more than 70 company employees took part in the late‑June reforestation drive, aimed at regenerating green areas and supporting local communities.

Samuel Losada, chief operating officer of Cruise On Land International, explained that tourism development and environmental stewardship “can strengthen each other. This planting activity shows how our team can add environmental, social and economic value to the country.”

Hernando Gómez, project management officer, added that the effort reflects a long‑term vision: “Our sustainability commitment extends beyond our facilities. Reforesting is planting the future, and we’re proud to take an active role.”

Once mature, the new trees are projected to absorb 150 tonnes of CO₂ annually, intercept over 15 million litres of rainwater each year and create thousands of microhabitats for native wildlife. They will also help lower local temperatures by up to 8 °C. Full ecological benefits are expected within a decade, as continuous canopy cover becomes established.

This initiative forms part of Cruise On Land’s broader sustainability agenda, which includes green construction practices, energy efficiency and integrated waste management across its tourism and building projects. By combining reforestation with responsible resource management, the company aims to serve as a regional leader in environmentally conscious innovation and to inspire collective awareness of private‑sector contributions to a greener, more resilient future.