07/07/2021
We're working to revolutionise the conservation sector with our pledge to end the use of all plastic tree shelters from our sites by the end of the year! https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/about-us/what-we-do/research-and-evidence/plastic-tree-guards/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=EPP&utm_content=plastic
We've worked with top academics to launch the UK’s largest body of research on plastic free tree protection. The work has seen a huge trial of plastic free alternatives at our Avoncliff site in Wiltshire, and we are also working with a range of academic partners, manufacturers, and a cross section of the forestry/conservation sector.
Our focus is to remove any need for tree tubes, plastic or otherwise, implementing a range of techniques that afford sustainable solutions to tree protection, but we are trialling all types of non-plastic alternatives that come to market.
Woodland Trust CEO Darren Moorcroft said: “We know the importance of planting trees – they are the natural solution to the climate crisis, soaking up CO2 and delivering oxygen, whilst combating the nature crisis by creating new habitats. But the stark reality is without tree protection young trees don’t stand much chance. Across the sector, plastics have long been the first port of call turned to as the option due to their longevity and ability to protect the saplings from predators.
“But of course, they don’t biodegrade and are not environmentally friendly. We all need millions of new trees, want to turn the industry on its head once and for all and we have the chance to finally solve this puzzle through new sustainable approaches to tree establishment.”
Read the full press release: http://www.woodlandtru.st/si77T
