Tag: tree planting

Suggestion Box 17 – Plant a tree?

by ideostone

The option of offsetting our carbon emissions is questioned in this Suggestion Box.  The various projects available are mentioned, including the popular option of tree-planting schemes.  The argument for this being a last resort, after steps have been taken to reduce carbon emissions as much as possible, is briefly presented.  Viewers are encouraged to look … Continue reading Suggestion Box 17 – Plant a tree?

Tree planting in the Dales – an opportunity to view

by ideostone

Since 1996, Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust has been planting trees in the Yorkshire Dales.  They have planted more than 1.5 million trees in a diverse range of sites.  Of course, all this activity has to be funded and the Trust seems to be adept at finding funding sources from public bodies and businesses.  An alternative … Continue reading Tree planting in the Dales – an opportunity to view