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We make it simple for anyone to plant trees, and together we can make an incredible impact. Learn more
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See how your support and leadership can help us fund reforestation efforts across the globe. Learn more
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Read about stories from the field, interesting facts about trees and get your healthy dose of nature. Visit our blog
Comprised of lesson plans, learning modules, resources, and activities, our T.R.E.E.S. School Program is the perfect addition to your curriculum. Learn more
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Our fan-favorite Reforestation T-Shirt. Wear it with pride to show your support of reforesting our planet, one tree at a time. Shop now
Give the gift that lasts a lifetime! Choose an image, write your personalized message and select a delivery date to gift a tree. Gift a tree
In 1993, the UN established March 22nd asWorld Water Day to celebrate water and raise awareness of the 2.2 billion people living without access to safe water. In an effort to tackle the global water crisis and support the 6th UN Sustainable Development Goal(water and sanitation for all by 2030), UN-Water sets yearly themes and educates millions of people around the world about how to reduce their water consumption.
The UN World Water Day 2020 theme is all about the link between water and climate change.The campaign aims to help humanity reduce water waste and, by extension, improving health and saving lives. While most World Water Day events have been cancelled due to the coronavirus, there are still plenty of ways that you can participate from the safety of your home.
Taking shorter showers is a great way to preserve water, and it should save you money, too. Not ready to give up your 15 minute morning karaoke session? Consider this: the average showerhead uses 2 1/2 gallons of water every minute. Multiply that by 15 and you’ve wasted about 38 gallons of water before you’ve even stepped out your front door! But your water takes a while to heat up you say? Consider keeping a special bucket in your bathroom and filling it up until the water reaches a comfortable temperature. Use what you’ve collected to water your plants or for cleaning projects.
Terrified of tofu? Fear not: it’s 2020 and the options are endless. Legumes like lentils and chickpeas are delicious, planet-friendly alternatives to meat. Consider swapping out the ground meat for lentils in your tacos or bolognese, or whipping up a big batch of chickpea masala. Do this just 1 day each week and you’ll be saving the approximately 350 gallons of water used to produce the average meat-based meal.
You already know that the generation of electricity is fossil-fuel intensive, but did you know that a whopping 90% of power generation is also highly water intensive? Thankfully, there’s a simple solution to lower your impact right now: unplug and turn off electronic devices that are not being used.That’s it! The impacts could show up on your next electricity bill: phantom power usage accounts for 1/4 of usage in the average household.
As you might imagine, industrial agriculture requires a LOT of water. But did you know that around 1/3 of all food produced is lost or wasted? The good news is that wasting less food can have a real impact on water waste, too. Consider starting a compost, meal planning, or even growing more food from veggie scraps. You can also check out our blog post on how to reduce waste for more zero-waste living tips.
1 pair of jeans produced the conventional way eats up approximately 10,000 liters of water. Consider that 1 person would need 10 years to drink that much—and that 5.7 billion people will experience water scarcity by 2050—and you see the problem. So consider doing a hands-off clothing swap, supporting recycled or sustainable brands, or treating yourself to a thrift-store shopping spree once it is safe to do so. You’ll likely find that you end up with unique, high-quality items for a fraction of the price you’d normally pay.
While we 100% advocate for washing your hands thoroughly and often, we don’t recommend letting your faucet run while you’re lathering up. So grab the soap, sing a song, and follow CDC guidelines to your hearts content, but switch off the water faucetuntil you’re ready to rinse! The same goes for washing dishes, brushing your teeth, shaving, or washing your face. Doing this will save hundreds of gallons a month. And if you have to rinse veggies in a colander, consider placing a bowl underneath and reusing the water on your houseplants or for cleaning projects.
Trees are vital partners in the face of water scarcity and climate change: they protect against storm surges, absorb flow of water, slow-release water vapor, retain soil moisture, and hold the soil together. What’s not to love?
We hope that these tips will leave you feeling confident in your ability to reduce your water usage.
Curious about how we’re addressing water scarcity and climate change by planting trees in impacted regions? Check out our current tree planting projects!
Meaghan works to share our story far and wide, manages our blog calendar, coordinates with the team on projects + campaigns, and ensures our brand voice is reflected across channels. With a background in communications and an education in environmental conservation, she is passionate about leveraging her creativity to help the environment!
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