Restoration of the Hayedo de Montejo
| Issue | Environment |
|---|---|
| Aim | To re-establish riverbanks and forest areas north of Madrid. |
| Area | Madrid, Spain |
Duration
2008-2010
Organisation
Toyota España, WWF España, Gaceta de los Negocios
Funding
€30,000 from TFfE plus additional support from Toyota España and Gaceta de los Negocios
Restoration of the Hayedo de Montejo
The Beech Tree Forest (Hayedo de Montejo) in the Sierra del Rincon reserve is one of the most unique natural areas near the city of Madrid. The forest represents the last remnants of the ancient Central Atlantic Forest that once covered much of Europe. A number of rare and endangered species of plants are found in the forest including oak, birch and holly trees.
Toyota España (TES) has coordinated a project to re-establish native species in the Hayedo de Montejo and to raise awareness of the problems affecting this important resource. A number of reforestations campaigns have been run in the forest with the help of volunteers including Toyota Prius customers and employees from TES, Gaceta de los Negocios and WWF España. More than 1,000 new trees have been planted as part of the campaign.
The project has also included the establishment of a plant nursery, installation of fencing and the identification of the exotic flora and fauna in the forest. Meetings have been held in local town halls to raise awareness of the project with municipal officials and among the general public.
Toyota España (TES) has coordinated a project to re-establish native species in the Hayedo de Montejo and to raise awareness of the problems affecting this important resource. A number of reforestations campaigns have been run in the forest with the help of volunteers including Toyota Prius customers and employees from TES, Gaceta de los Negocios and WWF España. More than 1,000 new trees have been planted as part of the campaign.
The project has also included the establishment of a plant nursery, installation of fencing and the identification of the exotic flora and fauna in the forest. Meetings have been held in local town halls to raise awareness of the project with municipal officials and among the general public.
