Did you know that March 21st is celebrated as Forest Day all around the world? Trees are all around us, but have you ever stopped to think about just how important they are for our planet and our lives? Here are 10 surprising facts that highlight the significance of trees and their impact on our world:
Fact 1. There are an estimated 3.04 trillion trees on Earth.
Yes, you read that right - trillion! According to a study published in Nature in 2015, researchers estimated that there are 3.04 trillion trees on Earth. This number is much higher than previously thought and highlights just how crucial trees are to our planet's ecosystem.
Fact 2. We lose 15 billion trees every year.
Despite the high number of trees on Earth, we are losing them at an alarming rate. According to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), we lose 15 billion trees every year due to deforestation and other factors. This is equivalent to losing 48 football fields of forests every minute.
Fact 3. Forests are home to 80% of the world's terrestrial biodiversity.
Forests are not only important for producing oxygen and regulating the climate, but they are also vital for supporting a diverse range of plant and animal species. In fact, according to the United Nations, 80% of the world's terrestrial biodiversity can be found in forests.
Fact 4. Trees are responsible for producing 28% of the world's oxygen.
Although we often hear that the Amazon rainforest is the "lungs of the Earth," trees all over the world play a significant role in producing oxygen. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, trees are responsible for producing 28% of the world's oxygen.
Fact 5. The value of the ecosystem services provided by forests is estimated at $16-$64 trillion per year.
Forests provide a wide range of ecosystem services, such as clean water, soil conservation, and climate regulation. According to a study by the International Union of Forest Research Organizations, the value of these ecosystem services is estimated to be between $16 and $64 trillion per year.
Fact 6. Urban trees provide a range of benefits to cities and their residents.
Trees in urban areas provide a wide range of benefits, including improved air quality, reduced urban heat island effect, and increased property values. According to research by the U.S. Forest Service, urban trees in the United States alone provide an estimated $18 billion in annual benefits.
Fact 7. Trees play a crucial role in mitigating climate change.
In addition to producing oxygen, trees also play a crucial role in mitigating the effects of climate change. Trees absorb carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming, and store it in their trunks, branches, and roots. According to the United Nations, forests around the world currently absorb about 2.4 billion tons of carbon dioxide every year, which is equivalent to roughly one-third of the carbon dioxide released by burning fossil fuels.
Fact 8. Trees have medicinal properties.
Many trees have medicinal properties and have been used for centuries to treat a wide range of illnesses and ailments. For example, the bark of the cinchona tree contains quinine, which is used to treat malaria, while the leaves of the Ginkgo biloba tree are used to improve memory and cognitive function.
Fact 9. Trees provide important resources for human society.
Trees are a source of many important resources, including timber, paper, and food. In fact, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, more than 1.6 billion people around the world depend on forests for their livelihoods.
Fact 10. Planting trees is an effective way to combat deforestation and its negative effects.
Deforestation has many negative effects, including soil erosion, loss of biodiversity, and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Planting trees is an effective way to combat deforestation and its negative effects. In fact, the Trillion Trees initiative, a joint effort by several organizations, aims to plant one trillion trees by 2050 to help mitigate climate change and protect the planet's biodiversity.
Our team in the TE-D project is thrilled to be a part of the movement to clean up and green our planet. The natural energy of our planet is a vast treasure, and every member of the TE-D club contributes their small part to its preservation and passing it on to our children and future generations. That's why we plant a tree for every purchase of our energy drink, so you can get the boost you need while also contributing to the growth and restoration of forests. Our goal is to plant thousands of trees every year, and we need your help to achieve it. You can check our forest here.
We are filled with love and gratitude to all those who have protected and safeguarded the living diversity that has been bestowed upon us, and to all those who are helping to preserve and pass it on.
Let's continue to work together to create a brighter and greener future for all!