NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiwi Energy
announced that they will be sponsoring the Brooklyn Greenway
Half Marathon & 5K Presented
by NYC Ferry. Kiwi Energy has supported the event since its 2012
inception. Kiwi Energy is a leading energy retailer
offering environmentally-conscious energy and natural gas plans to
New York and Ohio residents.
Operating as a non-profit organization, Brooklyn Greenway
Initiative's (BGI) objective is to develop and maintain the
Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway, which today consists of 23 NYC DOT
capital projects, spanning 26 miles from Greenpoint to East New York. In addition to maintaining the
26-mile route, BGI also works to create additional open spaces
along the greenway route in order to provide opportunities for
envelopment in nature and relief from the built environment, such
as the Naval Cemetery Landscape. BGI's open space development
emphasizes the restoration of native plant communities that provide
habitat and food sources for pollinators and birds.
Studies have shown that there is a positive relationship
between levels of neighborhood greenspace and mental health and
well-being. When living in urban areas with more greenspace
compared with less greenspace, individuals with access to green
spaces tend to have less mental distress, less anxiety and
depression, greater wellbeing and healthier cortisol profiles.
Nearly 40 years of research evidence confirms that nearby
nature, such as parks, gardens, and green spaces, support human
health and wellness.
Despite this fact, global urbanization has reduced access to and
engagement with greenspace, which is why Kiwi Energy recognizes the
impact of the work done by Brooklyn Greenway Initiative and has
chosen to maintain a strong partnership with the organization.
Having contributed to the BGI Half Marathon & 5K, as well as the Epic Ride for a number of
years, Kiwi Energy continues to demonstrate its commitment to
sustainability. Kiwi Energy's ability to support BGI, as well as
many other organizations, has been made possible by
the Ecogold Environmental Fund. The Ecogold Environmental Fund
is privately funded with contributions from Kiwi Energy in order to
support eco-focused nonprofit organizations.
"Public greenspaces are incredibly beneficial to people living
in urban communities. Brooklyn Greenway Initiative's mission to
maintain and develop the green infrastructure in our community is
extremely important. We're proud to be able to continue to
contribute to their efforts and help create a more sustainable
city."– Nichola Clark, VP Marketing & Business
Development, Kiwi Energy.
The BGI Half Marathon & 5K is the ultimate tour of the Brooklyn
Waterfront. If you want to experience Brooklyn like never before and show your
support for Brooklyn Greenway Initiative, be sure to sign
up for this year's event on Oct. 6,
2019.
About Kiwi Energy
Kiwi Energy is an energy retailer dedicated to providing
innovative energy solutions for electricity and natural gas supply.
We focus on environmentally conscious products backed by friendly
and efficient customer service. As a company, we pride ourselves on
transparency and our team is always happy to help with any
questions about the energy industry or our services. Please visit
https://kiwienergy.us to learn more.
About Brooklyn Greenway Initiative
Brooklyn Greenway Initiative (BGI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization committed to the development, establishment and
long-term stewardship of the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway – a
26-mile protected and landscaped route for pedestrians and cyclists
that, when completed in 2021, will connect Brooklyn's storied and
iconic waterfront, parks and open space, commercial and cultural
corridors, and new tech and innovation hubs for 2.65 million
Brooklyn residents, over 1.1 million employees in Brooklyn, and 15
million annual visitors from across the City and around the
world.
Founded in 2004, BGI works with community, non-profit, business,
and governmental partners to create and fulfill a comprehensive
vision for the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway, while at the same time
building awareness and support among residents and employees who
live and work along its route. Since its founding, BGI has
channeled more than $218 million in
public and private investment toward implementation of the
Greenway, leveraged public and private investment of $2.38 million toward the creation of the Naval
Cemetery Landscape as a new park-like space adjacent to the
Greenway, and conceptualized or supported the development and
stewardship of other open spaces and public amenities along the
Greenway. Approximately 18 miles of completed Greenway are actively
used by tens of thousands of cyclists and pedestrians daily.
Media Contact:
Nichola Clark
Email: nikkiclark@rrhenergy.us
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