Why We Love Trees

Walk outside and what do you see? Trees, trees, trees!
They're everywhere -- in your neighborhood, in parks and in dense forests.
So why are people worried about trees becoming scarce? It's because billions of trees are cut down each year, with countless others lost to infestation. Sadly, it's come to the point where almost one-third of the world's tree species are at risk of extinction.

This is a huge problem. And the harsh reality is that we have a limited number of years to slow down global warming before our world becomes a place where children can no longer flourish. Imagine, for example, a child who only knows the beauty and wonder of coral reefs from photographs because these underwater ecosystems have been destroyed and can no longer be seen up-close and in person.

The damage done by global warming is evident far and wide, with ripple effects ranging from health risks and loss of species to extreme droughts and storms and even higher food prices.

But it's not too late.
Working together, we can help to ensure a better planet now and down the road for many generations to enjoy.  

This is why we love trees. Not only do they help to keep the air we breathe cleaner and, thus, healthier, but they greatly contribute to our quality of life. Did you know that trees of all species absorb carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas that traps radiation and prevents the Earth from cooling? The more trees that are planted, the more they will consume this pollutant and help to reverse its effect. According to The Nature Conservancy, trees also store and filter more than half of the water supply in the United States.

Trees help the environment on a global scale but they also are good for our own small communities. Studies show that trees in urban areas can boost people's mental health while providing shade to reduce cooling and energy costs. The benefits are real.

It is undeniable that trees have become increasingly important in the fight against climate change. This is why our mission is to plant as many trees as possible.