June 13
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Planting Trees
Simple Act of Planting a Tree
Plant-It 2020 is Denver-based, international nonprofit foundation that plants a tree for every U.S. dollar donated. One dollar. One tree. One celebration of Nature and beauty. It'll be the best dollar ever spent. In 50 years, one tree generates $30,000 in oxygen, recycles $35,000 of water, and removes $60,000 of air pollution. A tree's roots will prevent or reduce soil erosion and water pollution. Trees recharge groundwater and sustain stream flow. Strategically placed, they are living snow fences, holding snow away from roads, reducing maintenance costs. They absorb dust and heat and reduce glare. They supply material for houses, furniture and paper products. Trees cure illnesses. One out of every four pharmaceutical products used in the U.S. comes from tropical forest plants. Three trees planted on the south and west sides of a house will reduce air conditioning costs by 50%. And they are so beautiful to look at...
"Today I have grown taller from walking with the trees." ~ Karle Wilson Baker