ASIA
Planting trees across Asia is helping to restore the habitat of critically endangered species, including orangutans, tigers, and more than 1,700 species of birds. These projects create jobs and provide sustainable, long-term income for communities so people and forests can live harmoniously.
With your help, we will:
- Protect wildlife habitat and encourage biodiversity
- Restore essential watersheds for soil stability and erosion control
- Engage local communities in conservation through education and job opportunities
WHY WE DO IT
Approximately 20% of global forest cover is found in Asia, and the region is classified as one of the most biologically diverse in the world. However, Asia's tropical rainforests are suffering from the world's highest rates of deforestation, which is fueled by wildfires, palm oil production, and illegal mining operations. Planting trees in Asia will nourish and revitalize the soil, improve water sources, and enhance air quality.
Asia’s rainforests are some of the oldest in the world and are home to endemic species such as orangutans, the sloth bear, and the takin. Reforestation in Asian countries ensures the protection of hundreds and thousands of plant and animal species by restoring ecosystems and improving habitat stability.
HOW WE DO IT
Our Asia projects seek to reverse the negative effects of deforestation and conventional agriculture by introducing community-based agroforestry to encourage the positive behavior of local communities and maintain forests as a sustainable source of income. By planting trees in Asia, you are helping to restore vital habitat for endangered wildlife, restore tropical forests that sequester carbon, and offer sustainable livelihood alternatives to farmers through regenerative agroforestry practices.
Our incredible partners in Asia are working to ensure balance is restored to forest ecosystems and the local communities that depend on them. Efforts are focused on mobilizing support from a coalition of local and international partners to develop nurseries and plant thousands of native trees. Your support will help us make a difference through a number of exciting projects.