Last year, the world lost trees covering more than 29 million acres, an area roughly the size of the entire state of Pennsylvania. It’s a painful statistic to read, but fortunately, there are also early signs that some efforts to stop business practices that drive deforestation … [Read more...] about New data shows efforts to reverse deforestation worldwide might be working
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Wales plans to plant a new national forest running the length of the country
In the following years, the Welsh landscape is expected to benefit from a significant increase in forestry thanks to an ambitious government to plant a new national forest running the length and breadth of Wales. Backed by £15m ($18m) of woodland creation grants, the new fresh … [Read more...] about Wales plans to plant a new national forest running the length of the country
This startup is restoring charred forests using tree-planting drones
Forest fires can occur naturally, cleaning away excess undergrowth and making way for new trees to take root. But circumstances like climate change and forest monocultures are exacerbating the problem. And while "acres burned" makes headlines, "acres replanted" struggles to keep … [Read more...] about This startup is restoring charred forests using tree-planting drones
Computer model can help predict how climate change will affect coniferous forests
As climate change increases the odds of worsening drought in many parts of the world in the decades ahead, it is essential to gain new insights into how to preserve our natural environments. When it comes to forest ecosystems, drought-resistant conifers may hold some … [Read more...] about Computer model can help predict how climate change will affect coniferous forests
Danish people donate nearly $3 million in first-ever climate telethon
Fighting climate change from the comfort of your sofa is something hard to conceive, but that's exactly what Danish people were able to do this weekend through the help of a TV fundraiser. Individuals and companies alike in Denmark donated about $2.7 million to plant almost 1 … [Read more...] about Danish people donate nearly $3 million in first-ever climate telethon