MELVILLE, N.Y., Dec. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Canon
U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital
imaging solutions, and its wholly owned subsidiary, Canon Solutions
America, Inc., announce Canon Solutions America's participation in
a Coral Reef Restoration Project, spearheaded by the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine
and Atmospheric Science. The environmental sustainability
initiative launched on November 20
with university scientists, students, and Canon team members
embarking on a collaborative expedition to plant the commemorative
reef.
The steep decline of coral reefs has resulted in a sizeable loss
of keystone coral species, several of which are now listed as
threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Additionally,
one-third of all coral species risk extinction, and three-fourths
of the coral reef population, are considered highly threatened.
Active reef restoration, such as this program, can help to recover
these deteriorated coral populations. To kick off the
program, students attended a half-day outing providing hands-on
experience implementing coral restoration efforts. Led by
University of Miami Rosenstiel School
coral researchers, the 20-person voyage included a snorkeling and
scuba excursion to a coral nursery to gather coral fragments that
were then planted on an existing reef of Key Biscayne, Florida. The process of planting
the Canon Reef included collecting small fragments of coral from
coral colonies growing within an underwater nursery, preparing the
corals to create additional colonies, and then outplanting
resultant colonies on the pre-selected site.
This University of Miami program
educates participants on the critical role coral reefs play in the
environment and economy and the threats they face. In addition, it
offers an opportunity to learn of the tools available for reef
conservation and restoration, while conducting coral research.
"This Coral Reef Restoration Project is vitally important to our
research efforts," said Dalton
Hesley, senior research associate at the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School. "Our lab
has worked relentlessly to understand the factors influencing coral
growth and survivorship, and this initiative allows us to take even
more significant steps in this endeavor."
The environmental project offers Canon U.S.A., Inc. and Canon Solutions America, Inc.
a platform to further build on their corporate commitment of
sustainability. Canon's dedication to conservation and the
environment is reflected in its management structure and corporate
culture.
"Canon's contribution to the world community is founded on
creating a better future for the next generations," said
Shinichi Yoshida, executive vice
president and general manager, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "Our association with the
University of Miami's Rosenstiel School
of Marine and Atmospheric Science allows us to help improve the
sustainability and preservation of invaluable ecosystems."
"Canon Solutions America is excited by opportunities to work
with our customers and our parent company to support environmental
and sustainability efforts," said Peter
Kowalczuk, President of Canon Solutions America. "This
project exemplifies the notion of 'Kyosei,' the Canon
corporate philosophy founded on the belief of all people,
regardless of race, religion or culture, harmoniously living and
working together towards the common good. We're incredibly proud of
our work with the University of Miami
Rosenstiel School in its coral restoration and shark conservation
pursuits."
About University of Miami's
Rosenstiel School
The University of Miami is one of
the largest private research institutions in the southeastern
United States. The University's
mission is to provide quality education, attract and retain
outstanding students, support the faculty and their research, and
build an endowment for University initiatives. Founded in 1943, the
Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science has grown
into one of the world's premier marine and atmospheric research
institutions. Offering dynamic interdisciplinary academics, the
Rosenstiel School is dedicated to helping communities to better
understand the planet, participating in the establishment of
environmental policies, and aiding in the improvement of society
and quality of life. For more information, visit:
www.rsmas.miami.edu and Twitter @UMiamiRSMAS.
About Canon U.S.A.,
Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a
leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial
digital imaging solutions to the United
States and to Latin America
and the Caribbean markets. With
approximately $36 billion in global
revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), ranks third
overall in U.S. patents granted in 2018† and is one
of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in
2019. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to
its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental
responsibility. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon
U.S.A., sign up for the Company's
RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/rss and follow us on
Twitter @CanonUSA.
About Canon Solutions America, Inc.
Canon Solutions America provides industry leading enterprise,
production, and large format printing solutions, supported by
exceptional professional service offerings. With the technology
offerings of the Canon and Océ brands, Canon Solutions America
helps companies of all sizes find ways to: improve sustainability,
increase efficiency, and control costs in conjunction with high
volume, continuous feed, digital and traditional printing, and
document management solutions. A wholly owned subsidiary of Canon
U.S.A., Inc., Canon Solutions
America is headquartered in Melville,
N.Y. and has sales and service locations across the U.S. For
more information on Canon Solutions America, please visit
csa.canon.com.
†Based on weekly patent counts issued by United
States Patent and Trademark Office.
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