Spartanburg, SC – Oshkosh Defense, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK) business, is proud to announce the addition of a wildlife preserve at its Spartanburg Assembly facility where Oshkosh will build the Next Generation Delivery Vehicle (NGDV). This initiative is a testament to Oshkosh’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
“Our intent is to turn our greenspace at the facility into a thriving habitat for native wildlife, supporting biodiversity, and a healthy ecosystem,” said Trent McJunkin, facilities and maintenance manager at Oshkosh Defense Spartanburg Assembly. “This effort not only helps wildlife flourish, but also increases efficiencies in groundskeeping, demonstrating that sustainability and operational effectiveness can go hand in hand.”
Oshkosh partnered with Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve; a public garden and not-for-profit organization based in Spartanburg that serves as a sanctuary for native plants. Dan Shook, Hatcher Garden Manager shares, “Hatcher Garden is thankful to partner with the Oshkosh Defense Spartanburg Assembly Plant to begin this transition from the traditional mowed turf with constant chemical input, to a designed natural space for living animals and insects that can bring together people and nature in a way that creates interest and adds value to our lives.”
In addition to partnering with Hatcher Garden, Oshkosh also worked with the Wildlife and Industry Together (WAIT) program. WAIT, a program of the South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF), assists corporate landowners in integrating wildlife habitat needs into corporate land management decisions. “One of the greatest drivers of biodiversity loss is land degradation and habitat loss,” said Jay Keck, SCWF industry habitat manager. “When a property owner like Oshkosh Defense restores wildlife habitat through the installation of native plants and nest boxes, it supports the local ecosystem by allowing it to perform its natural functions, which in turn supports a huge diversity of plant and animal species.”
The addition of the wildlife preserve serves as a testament to what can be achieved when communities unite. Oshkosh Defense is proud to be a part of the Spartanburg community and hopes this initiative inspires other organizations in the area to follow suit.
To learn more about our partners on this project, please visit:
Hatcher Garden: https://www.hatchergarden.org/faq
South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF): https://www.scwf.org/
Wildlife and Industry Together (WAIT): https://www.scwf.org/industry-habitats
About Oshkosh Defense
Oshkosh Defense is a global leader in the design, production and sustainment of best-in-class military vehicles, technology solutions and mobility systems. Oshkosh develops and applies emerging technologies that advance safety and mission success. Setting the industry standard for sustaining fleet readiness, Oshkosh ensures every solution is supported worldwide throughout its entire life cycle.
Oshkosh Defense, LLC is an Oshkosh Corporation business [NYSE: OSK]. Learn more about Oshkosh Defense at www.oshkoshdefense.com.
About Oshkosh Corporation
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