Made for everyone who thinks and acts with the environment in mind, by the Corporate Citizenship Environment & Conservation team. 
MAY 2017
PEDAL FOR THE PLANET
Cast Member at Disneyland Resort (Anaheim, CA) locking her bicycle to a local bus before boarding.
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a weekend peddler, May is the time to celebrate the many benefits of this two-wheeled vehicle with National Bike Month ! Beyond providing an excellent low-impact exercise option, bike riding also provides an alternative environmentally-friendly option for commuting. Good for your health and good for the Earth! Join us this month as we showcase biking around the world by sharing fun facts, trivia, and more on our Yammer  site! Get outside and pedal for the planet!

Check out some of the many positive impacts from cycling: 
  • Lower your carbon emissions (Track your carbon footprint here)
  • Cost Saving (Visit Commuter Assistance to see how you can earn $2/day*)
  • Improves Your Health (Studies show cycling is good for your heart and muscles)
  • Increases Your Happiness (Boosts positive psychological benefits)

*select U.S. locations only - visit DisneyCommuterAssistance.com for more information

SPOTLIGHT ON GERMANY: GREEN CYCLING

This month, TWDC Germany kicked off their Green Cycling program that encourages employees to opt for their bicycle over their car in order to minimize CO2 emissions

This year, all kilometers logged during cycling trips will not only benefit their health and the environment, but also contribute to a local children's village by donating bikes and equipment. 

Way to go Germany!

HEALTHY LIVING CYCLING TIPS:
BE YOUR BEST!
Hydration facts from Healthy Living:
  • Go for more H20
  • Opt for water over sugar-sweetened drinks
  • Water helps keep our brains focused and busy bodies energized
  • Want to add flavor to your water?
    Try adding lemons, peaches, oranges, or other fruit. It infuses flavor in a natural way! 

To learn more visit, disney.com/BeYourBest

GREEN MATH 
Earth Month at-a-Glance

There were so many actions taken across the Company to help protect the planet during Earth Month 2017! This is just the "tip of the iceberg" in terms of activity!

QUOTE TO NOTE

This year's Environmentality Champion of the Year Award for the Los Angeles area was awarded to Farnaz Shoraka from Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Distribution. Disney's Environmentality Champion of the Year Awards recognize environmentally minded employees and Cast Members across the Company and inspire creativity and innovation worldwide in helping Disney reduce its environmental footprint. Photo provided by Beth Ryan from Disney Financial Services, LLC  who is a member of the Disney VoluntEARS Leadership Council

To learn more, visit the Disney Environmentality Backlot site.
WHERE IN THE WORLD?
SHANGHAI DISNEY RESORT.  In celebration of this year’s Earth Month, Shanghai Disney Resort debuted “Xiao Tui,” the magical recycle bin, who speaks to guests about conservation and encourages everyone to take action to protect the environment. The surprise appearance of Xiao Tui at Shanghai's Fantasyland attracted guests of all ages and is quickly becoming a popular and educational entertainment experience at the resort. Click here to learn more about how Shanghai celebrated Earth!
NATURE BY US
A collection of images capturing the beauty of nature by employees and of employees enjoying nature.  Get outside!
Ansel Adams Wilderness, CA, USA
Stephen Villasenor, Applications Support
Columbia River, BC, Canada
Joe Amorim, Studio-In-Home Operations
Munich, Germany 
Melanie Spanl, Disney Channel GSA
Bishop, CA
Del Birmingham, Global Public Policy 
Do you have pictures or artwork to share in future editions of Nature By Us? Please send submissions with employee name, business unit, and exact location of the picture to corp.environment@disney.com
DID YOU KNOW...
...DCPI HAS JOINED MORE THAN 50 OTHER COMPANIES IN SUPPORTING HOW2RECYCLE? 
Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media (DCPI) has adopted How2Recycle labels in order to educate consumers on how to recycle product packaging properly. Interested in learning more? Read the full story  here !
PICTURE THIS!
Mark your calendars! There are many environmentally-noteworthy calendar days in May!
INTERNATIONAL MIGRATORY BIRD DAY
Purple martins are elegant migratory birds that complete a 6,000-mile round trip between the U.S. and Brazil each year! The Disney Conservation Fund has provided more than $4 million in support of conservation efforts in Latin America, click here to learn more.
MAY 19: ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY 
In 2016, the Disney Conservation Fund awarded more than $7 million in grants to leading nonprofit organizations working across the globe to protect wildlife and provide experiences that will help inspire a lifelong love for nature in young people.
MAY 22INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY
The "Reverse the Decline" program focuses on reversing the decline of 10 at-risk animals by supporting and collaborating with leading organizations to advance scientific research and community collaboration to achieve conservation outcomes.
MAY 24: WHOOPING CRANE DAY
Did you know the whooping crane has been successfully brought back from the brink of extinction? The  Disney Conservation Fund ( DCF ) has contributed more than $400,000  to projects benefiting these majestic birds. To learn more about the DCF's support, click here
GREEN TRIVIA
Young, Wild, & Free
Q: According to the The Nature of Americans study, a pproximately what percent of children in the U.S. would rather explore the woods and climb trees than play on neat-looking grass?

A: Approximately 70% of children surveyed would rather explore nature than play on neat-looking grass. 
Disney is proud to have helped to support The Nature of Americans study which reinforces the importance of children discovering the magic of nature. The study focused on understanding American’s perceptions of, and connections to, nature. It builds on the late Dr. Stephen R. Kellert’s research on the importance of contact with nature for human well-being. For more information and reports check out NatureofAmericans.org.
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
Did you know European Day of Parks (May 24) was launched in 1999 by EUROPARC Federation in order to celebrate outdoor spaces and protected areas in Europe? 
MAY 22. International Day for Biological Diversity

MAY 24. European Day of Parks (Europe)

MAY 28. Whooping Crane Day 

JUNE (All Month) . National Outdoors Month (U.S.)

JUNE 5 . World Environment Day 

JUNE 8. World Oceans Day 

JUNE 15. Global Wind Day 

JUNE 17. World Day to Combat Desertification
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