Our Foundations to support stakeholders in the field and to raise awareness Fondation Léa Nature/Jardin BiO was created in 2011 under the auspices of Fonda- tion de France to uphold Compagnie Léa Nature’s environmental commitments as well as those of its brands participating in the 1% for the Planet initiative.Its ob- jective is to promote environmental conservation and prevent the health impacts resulting from deteriorating environmental conditions. Missions and actions Its mission is to support NGOs and nonprofit associations dedicated to nature conser- vancy and to raise awareness with our citizens and politicians about environmental challenges, in the best interest of future generations and through pro-active positioning. 4 main priorities for the planet: • Ecological agriculture Promoting the development of ecological and market farming and facilitating the agricultural transition • Biodiversity Protecting and restoring biodiversity • Health/Environment Limiting the health impacts of a deteriorating environment • Climate/Forests Reducing the impact of climate change Fondation Ekibio has been working since 2008 on raising awareness about food choices that are sustainable for the environment, for public health and for biodiver- sity and that support solidarity between producers and consumers. Each year, it organizes the “La Bio dans les étoiles” event that brings together experts, climate activists and citizens to promote exchanges. Fondation Ekibio also supports over 30 projects per year in favor of the food transi- tion and making healthful and sustainable foods available to all. 36