For more than five years, Moddex New Zealand has supported a simple but meaningful commitment: for every invoice we generate, we plant a native tree or shrub.
What began as a small local effort has now grown into a long-term environmental program focused on restoring biodiversity, supporting community green spaces and giving back to the landscapes we work in.
The team has planted more than 3,000 native trees to date across local schools, farms, and most recently at Orana Wildlife Park and a private lifestyle block in Canterbury.
Why We Plant Native Trees
New Zealand’s natural environment is central to our way of life. By planting native species, we help rebuild the ecosystems that support cleaner air, healthier waterways and thriving biodiversity.
Native trees offer many benefits, including:
- Cleaner air through carbon absorption and pollutant filtration
- Healthier water systems by reducing runoff and erosion
- Biodiversity protection, providing habitat for wildlife
- Climate resilience through long-term carbon storage and shade
- Community wellbeing by improving local landscapes and offering a place to reconnect with nature
A Commitment Driven by Responsibility
Moddex NZ Managing Director Jeremy Raikes says the initiative reflects the company’s responsibility to the places it operates in.
“We operate in some of the most beautiful parts of the world, and we have a responsibility to protect them. Every invoice we generate represents work in the community, so planting a tree in return is our way of giving something back. One tree at a time makes a real cumulative difference. It’s one of many steps we’re taking to minimise our footprint and contribute to a cleaner, greener Aotearoa,” Mr Raikes said.
A Long-Term Commitment, Not a One-Off Gesture
Environmental care is woven into how Moddex operates, not just written into a policy document. Planting native trees allows us to make a tangible, local impact, while supporting our broader efforts to reduce waste, design responsibly and support modern, sustainable construction practices.