PLANO, Texas, July 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr Pepper
Snapple Group (NYSE: DPS) has committed $1
million over the next three years to provide continued
support to The Nature Conservancy on several environmental
stewardship projects that protect vital water resources in
Texas.
The renewed commitment to The Nature Conservancy is a
continuation of an initial donation in 2012, which enhanced the
Conservancy's efforts to protect and restore several key watersheds
in Texas, including the Trinity
and Brazos Rivers, the Texas Gulf Coast and the Edwards Aquifer.
Over the next three years, DPS's commitment will help support
ongoing restoration and conservation activities in these
watersheds, which serve the state's three largest metropolitan
areas: Dallas/Fort Worth,
Houston and San Antonio. DPS operates production
facilities in all three locations.
"The explosive population growth in Texas not only creates tremendous economic
opportunities, but also brings a greater shared responsibility
among businesses, governments and individuals to conserve and
protect vital natural resources," said Kelly Smith, director, government affairs and
sustainability at Dr Pepper Snapple Group. "Growth is simply not
sustainable without an abundant supply of fresh, clean water, and
we're proud to continue working with The Nature Conservancy to
protect watersheds that are vital to our consumers, customers and
employees in Texas."
Since 2012, DPS's investment has supported conservation work at
five important nature preserves. During this timeframe the
Conservancy significantly increased its conservation footprint by
acquiring new conservation land and restoring more than 1,500 acres
of coastal and blackland prairies. The organization has also
harvested more than 104 pounds of rare native seeds to restore
habitat on adjacent public and private lands to increase this
footprint even further. All of these activities help conserve
water and improve water quality in each of the watersheds.
This latest donation by DPS will enable the Conservancy to
continue restoration and stewardship activities at these critical
preserves:
- Clymer Meadow Preserve, where The Nature Conservancy is
conserving 1,400 acres of pristine blackland prairie, one of the
most endangered ecosystems in North
America. Restoration efforts at this preserve help protect
the Trinity River watershed.
- Texas City Prairie Preserve and Nash Prairie Preserve,
located on separate tracts of land south of Houston. The Texas City Prairie Preserve sits
on Galveston Bay, and the Nash Prairie Preserve is located along
the Brazos River.
- Cibolo Bluffs Preserve and Love Creek Preserve, two
preserves near San Antonio that
contribute to the protection of the Edwards Aquifer, the primary
source of drinking water for San Antonians and thousands of other
nearby residents.
"For years Dr Pepper Snapple has taken an active role in
protecting our most vital resource: water," said Laura Huffman, state director of The Nature
Conservancy in Texas. "This sets
an important example for other businesses to follow and highlights
an important fact: good conservation requires everyone to have a
seat at the table. We're thrilled to have the opportunity to
continue this important conservation work and, with their support,
help protect freshwater for millions of Texans."
About Dr Pepper Snapple Group
Dr Pepper Snapple Group (NYSE: DPS) is a leading producer of
flavored beverages in North
America and the Caribbean.
Our success is fueled by more than 50 brands that are synonymous
with refreshment, fun and flavor. We have six of the top 10
non-cola soft drinks, and 13 of our 14 leading brands are No. 1 or
No. 2 in their flavor categories. In addition to our flagship Dr
Pepper and Snapple brands, our portfolio includes 7UP, A&W,
Canada Dry, Clamato, Crush, Hawaiian Punch, Mott's, Mr & Mrs T
mixers, PeƱafiel, Rose's, Schweppes, Squirt and Sunkist soda. To
learn more about our iconic brands and Plano, Texas-based company, please visit
www.DrPepperSnapple.com. For our latest news and updates, follow us
at www.Facebook.com/DrPepperSnapple or
www.Twitter.com/DrPepperSnapple.
About The Nature Conservancy in Texas
The Nature Conservancy in Texas
(nature.org/texas) maintains 38 ecologically important preserves
and conservation projects statewide and, with partners, has
conserved nearly one million acres of land and water in
Texas. The organization has also
led significant marine habitat restoration efforts along the
Gulf of Mexico that benefit
wildlife and help protect Texas
communities from hurricanes and tropical storms. In addition to a
dozen initiatives benefiting Texas rivers and streams, the
Conservancy also works with private landowners and municipalities,
such as the cities of San Antonio,
Austin and San Marcos, to protect critical freshwater
resources like the Edwards and Trinity aquifers. Over the past 50
years, the Conservancy has worked with state and federal agencies
to create and expand beloved public areas, including Enchanted Rock
State Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, Powderhorn Ranch and Laguna
Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge.
CONTACT:
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Chris
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Dr Pepper Snapple
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673-5539
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