BMW Manufacturing has announced the largest gift so far to Greenville's Unity Park. The one and a quarter million dollar donation will be used to restore and preserve eight acres of urban wetlands at Unity Park. It will also support the construction of a series of low-impact boardwalks and overlooks through the wetlands, which occupy the northern portion of the 60-acre park slated to open May 19.
Dr. Robert Engelhorn, president and CEO of BMW Manufacturing in a media release from the City of Greenville said "Sustainability is an integral part of BMW's corporate strategy, and we actively take responsibility to participate in our local community on sustainability initiatives". Greenville Mayor Knox White said "The city is proud to partner with BMW, a worldwide leader in sustainability, on the restoration of the wetlands at Unity Park."