Madagascar has taken one of the most ambitious tree-planting roads and aims to plant 60 million trees in the upcoming months. The nation on this island celebrated 60 years of independence this year and the beginning of the planting campaign on the 19th of January marked a year since the […]
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A Drone Mission Will Help Plant 40,000 Trees in a Month; the Goal for 2028 Is 1 Billion Trees
In May, on a land located north of Toronto Canada that previously burned in a wildfire had drones hovering and releasing seeds of native pine and spruce trees into it. The aim is restoration of habitat for the birds. The Canadian startup, Flash Forest, is the organizer of the project […]
After Family Lost everything in Australian Bushfires, Their Dog Finds His Favorite Toy
A family from Wairewa, Australia went back to their house after being evacuated because of the bushfires and found there was practically nothing left. However, their dog, a golden retriever named OJ, started rummaging through the ruins and after a short time; he actually found his favorite toy. The Immense […]
The Koala Soap by Lush Helps Collect Money for the Animals Impacted by the Australian Bushfires
The newest product of Lush is a limited-edition soap which is intended for a good cause. The popular bath and body brand announced a line of koala-shaped soap bars. The All the Wild Things soaps are sold to help collect money for the animals that have been affected by the […]
According to Scientists, We Have to Reach Peak Meat within a Decade to Fight Off Climate Crisis
Scientists claim that the world has to reach ‘peak meat’ in the next 10 years if we want to fight off the impact of climate change. In a letter they sent to the Lancet Planetary Health Journal, all, but the poorest countries, have to set a time frame for the […]
New Plants Are Already Seen Growing In Burnt Out Forests In Australia Despite Lack Of Rain
Wonderful photos have shown wildlife resilience as the bushfires continue destroying Australian land. Photos show pink and green vibrant sprouts pushing through blackened forests that have been burning down in New South Wales, despite the drought and fire crisis. This new plant life has been a symbol of hope in […]
Sad News: Amazon Rainforest Burning at a ‘’Record Rate’ & Smoke Blocks the Sun in Brazil
Unfortunately, Amazon rainforest in Brazil is witnessing the highest number of fires this year. The country’s space agency reported an 83 percent increase in the same period last year. According to the National Institute for Space Research, the satellites have detected 72,843 forest fires in the country and 9,507 were […]
Children Who Grow Up Surrounded by Nature Are Happier Adults, a Study Finds
The greener your child’s surroundings, the better the health benefits they’ll reap, a study indicates. Namely, children who grow up spending a lot of time in nature will enjoy a better mental health later on in life and be happier adults. The study points out that if a child grows […]
Forest Bathing To Help Reduce Depression, Anxiety, And Inflammation
Forests are indeed a great resource and give us a lot of things we need in order to exist. To name only a few, forests produce oxygen, detoxify the air we breathe, and cleanse our waters. They supply us with clothing, shelter, and foods and the materials needed for tools […]
According to Philippines Law, Students Need to Plant 10 Trees before Graduating
The beautiful tropical island nation in the Pacific, the Philippines, will now require by law that all graduating students from elementary school plant 10 trees in order to get a degree. The passing of the bill known as Graduation Legacy for the Environment Act was approved in the House and […]