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Every shakshuka sold plants a tree and thus strengthens our commitment to the environment.

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Sustainability as a guest magnet in gastronomy

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Sustainability strategy in the gastronomy sector

Bistro S-Point Sylt on the North Sea island of Sylt offers its customers a mix of freshness, beach feeling and regional products.

Sustainability is part of their corporate philosophy and strengthens the brand image.

Simple implementation: The S-Point gives customers the opportunity to make a sustainable commitment by eating labeled dishes.

This turns a delicious dish into a guest magnet.

  • For every shakshuka (an oriental dish) sold, the bistro plants a tree in the Philippines
  • The company's brand image benefits from planting trees with Click A Tree
  • The modern mix of freshness, sustainability and beach feeling conveys the lightness of being, and the opportunity to plant trees as a result is a popular extra for customers
  • The modern mix of freshness, sustainability and beach feeling conveys the lightness of being, and the opportunity to plant trees as a result is a popular extra for customers

Would you like the same for your company?
Then talk to us!

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Innenansicht des Bistro S-Point Sylt, ein gemütliches Strandbistro mit rustikaler Holzeinrichtung und natürlichem Licht, das durch große Fenster fällt. Über dem Bild steht der Text 'Nachhaltigkeit als Gästemagnet'. Das Logo von Click A Tree ist ebenfalls sichtbar.

Sustainability and beach feeling - a modern mix of quality and lightness

S-Point Sylt – that’s Sepp Reisenberger and his twelve employees.

In 2016, the Austrian opened the bistro in Westerland on the North Sea island of Sylt.

Directly on the beach access, the casual bistro with its creative cuisine invites you to feast right by the sea.

The well thought-out concept of beach vibes, high quality standards and sustainability is very well received by guests.

Sustainable gastronomy is forward-looking

Sustainability is part of the Strandbistro’s philosophy. 

Sepp Reisenberger’s team was the first restaurant on Sylt to be awarded the island’s sustainability seal: “Lebenswert-nachhaltiges Sylt”. 

The seal is awarded to tourist accommodation and catering businesses, but also identifies sustainably produced products and services from the region. 

The award of the seal is based on a criteria and control system that refers to the 17 sustainability goals of the United Nations.

Sustainability partner for the food service industry - Click A Tree

Click A Tree also serves all 17 sustainability goals, creating jobs, promoting equal opportunities, ensuring food security and creating habitats for animals in addition to planting trees.

S-Point Sylt supports the Click A Tree project in the Philippines: every time you eat the shakshuka with cod dish, the bistro plants trees in the Philippines.

Das Bild zeigt das orientalisches Gericht Shakshuka, des S-Point auf Sylt.

The cooperation between S-Point Sylt and Click A Tree has been in place since 2023.

Around 500 trees have already been planted as a result of the collaboration, which is 663 m² of wooded area that provides a habitat for animals.

To date, 499 kg of plastic waste has been collected from the sea.

Click A Tree has this plastic waste recycled into colorful school chairs on site in Davao.

In Click A Tree’s “Universal Impact Portal”, S-Point Sylt has all the tree plantations and the positive impact that goes with them at a glance.

Dashboard des S-Point Sylt zeigt die Umwelt- und Sozialimpakte ihrer Baumpflanzungen: 509 gepflanzte Bäume, 127,25 Stunden geschaffene Arbeit, 2 Tonnen unterstützte Bildung, 151,01 Tonnen CO2 absorbiert, 499 kg gesammeltes Plastik, und 663,75 m² bewaldete Fläche. Die Bilder repräsentieren die vielfältigen Ergebnisse der Nachhaltigkeitsinitiativen des Bistros.
The "Universal Impact Portal" is available to all people who work with Click A Tree.

Sustainability implemented simply and easily in the catering industry

The collaboration with Click A Tree rounds off the Sylt bistro’s sustainability profile.

The simplicity and flexibility of the cooperation with Click A Tree is particularly appreciated.
Click A Tree gives S-Point Sylt the opportunity to further develop climate protection, biodiversity conservation, environmental protection and social responsibility in an uncomplicated way. Reisenberger’s beach location shows that sustainability, creative gastronomy and a beach feeling are by no means mutually exclusive.

We are here for you if you also want to integrate sustainability into your restaurant business.

We look forward to hearing from you.
Together we will find uncomplicated and profitable solutions for you.

Plant trees now
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If all the abbreviations are driving you crazy: Here is a simple explanation of all the important sustainability terms.

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Everything about ESG, CSR, CSRD etc.

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Here you will find brief explanations of the best-known abbreviations in the field of sustainability.

CAT (Click A Tree)

Click A Tree is the uncomplicated sustainability solution for your company.

If you want to make your company more sustainable, collect more points in the CSRD report or generally increase your ESG score, you’ve come to the right place.

If you are interested, you can find specific examples of how other companies are successfully implementing their ESG measures here.

CCF (Corporate Carbon Footprint)

CCF stands for the carbon footprint of a company.

This term describes the total amount of greenhouse gas emissions caused by a company’s activities.

This includes direct emissions from our own sources, such as factories and vehicles, as well as indirect emissions from purchased energy or through the use of products and services.

CSDDD (Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive)

CSDDD stands for the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive.

This European Union directive is intended to oblige companies to carefully review their supply chains and business practices in order to avoid and minimize negative impacts on the environment, human rights and social issues.

The aim is to promote responsible corporate behavior and ensure that companies fulfill their responsibility for sustainability.

The CSDDD applies to EU and non-EU companies with more than 1000 employees and a turnover of more than 450 million euros.

CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility)

CSR stands for corporate social responsibility.
It describes the voluntary measures that companies take to have a positive impact on society and the environment.
It is about more than just maximizing profits – companies take responsibility for their impact on the world.

  • Corporate: Refers to companies and organizations.

  • Social: Refers to a company’s impact on people and society.

  • Responsibility: Refers to a company’s duty to look after the welfare of people and the environment.

CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive)

CSRD stands for the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.
This European Union directive obliges larger companies to report in detail on their sustainability practices and performance.
The aim is to improve the transparency and comparability of sustainability information in order to provide investors, customers and other interest groups with a sound basis for decision-making.

  • Corporate: Refers to large companies and organizations.

  • Sustainability: Refers to measures to promote environmental protection, social responsibility and economic responsibility.

  • Reporting Directive: Refers to the mandatory regulations that define how companies must report on their sustainability efforts and results.

Here you can find more details about the CSRD Directive and find out whether your company is required to report or not.

DNK (German Sustainability Code)

DNK stands for the German Sustainability Code.

This is a transparency standard for sustainability reporting used by companies and organizations.

The Sustainability Code helps to present sustainability performance in a comparable and understandable way and provides a framework for reporting on environmental, social and governance aspects (see ESG).

ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance)

ESG stands for environmental, social and governance.
These three areas are used to assess how responsible and sustainable a company is.

  • Environmental: How a company protects and preserves the environment, for example by taking measures to protect the climate or reduce waste.

  • Social: How a company treats its employees and society, e.g. through fair working conditions, health and safety and social responsibility.

  • Governance: How a company is managed, including compliance with laws, transparency and the way in which decisions are made.

ESG is a kind of synonym for sustainability.

Companies can use this structure on a voluntary basis to make their business more sustainable.

ESRS (European Sustainability Reporting Standards)

ESRS stands for the European Sustainability Reporting Standards.
These standards define how companies in the European Union should report on their sustainability practices and performance.

The aim is to increase transparency and comparability so that investors, customers and other stakeholders can better understand how sustainable a company is.

  • European (European): Refers to the European Union and its member states.

  • Sustainability: Refers to a company’s measures to protect the environment, assume social responsibility and act in an economically responsible manner.

  • Reporting Standards: Refers to the rules and guidelines that define how companies should disclose their sustainability information.

CSRD emerged from ESRS.

There are a total of 10 ESRS subtopics.

With Click A Tree you support 7 of these 10 subtopics and can shine accordingly in the CSRD reports.

EU Green Deal (European Green Deal)

The EU Green Deal is a plan by the European Union to make Europe climate-neutral by 2050.
This means that the EU wants to remove more greenhouse gases from the atmosphere than it produces.
This plan includes a series of measures and strategies aimed at protecting the environment, making the economy more sustainable and improving people’s quality of life.

  • European Union (European Union): A political and economic union of 27 European countries.

  • Green Deal: A comprehensive plan aimed at combating climate change and protecting the environment. It includes measures such as reducing CO? emissions, promoting renewable energies, improving energy efficiency and protecting biodiversity.

GRI (Global Reporting Initiative)

GRI stands for the Global Reporting Initiative.

It is an independent organization that develops globally recognized standards for sustainability reporting.

These standards help companies and other organizations to communicate their environmental, social and economic impacts openly and transparently.

LkSG (Supply Chain Due Diligence Act)

LkSG stands for the Lieferkettensorgfaltspflichtengesetz, also known as the German Supply Chain Act.

This law obliges companies to comply with human rights and environmental due diligence obligations in their supply chains.

The aim is to ensure that companies take responsibility for the entire supply chain and take measures to prevent or minimize human rights violations and environmental damage.

Paris Agreement

The Paris Agreement is an international agreement that was concluded at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP21) in Paris in 2015.

It aims to limit the global temperature rise to well below 2 degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial levels and to make efforts to limit it to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

This agreement obliges the signatory states to take measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to regularly review and improve their climate protection plans.

SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative)

SBTi stands for the initiative for science-based targets.

This initiative helps companies to set climate protection targets that are based on scientific findings and are in line with the Paris Agreement.

The aim is to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius and to make efforts to reduce it to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

SDG (Sustainable Development Goals)

SDG stands for the Sustainable Development Goals.

These goals were set by the United Nations in 2015 and are to be achieved by 2030.

There are a total of 17 goals aimed at ending poverty worldwide, protecting the planet and ensuring prosperity and peace for all people.

Each goal has specific targets and indicators to measure progress and ensure that no one is left behind.

If you want to know more: Here you can find out all about the 17 sustainability goals and how Click A Tree contributes to them.

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Who is affected?
What do I have to consider?
Here is all the information on the CSRD reporting obligation, including a PDF template to download.

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CSRD reporting obligation: The complete guide

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You can find everything you need to know about CSRD in this article.

You can also download the practical CSRD white paper free of charge.

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If you’re in a hurry: Here is the CSRD PDF template.

CSRD PDF template

What is the CSRD actually?

The CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) is an EU directive that obliges companies to prepare comprehensive and standardized reports on their sustainability performance.

Objective: The guideline is intended to improve the transparency and comparability of sustainability information.

Scope of application: It applies to large companies and listed SMEs in the EU.

Reporting obligations: Companies must provide detailed information on environmental, social and governance (ESG) aspects.

Standards: The reports must be prepared in accordance with uniform EU-wide standards based on international guidelines such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI).

Timeframe: The CSRD comes into force gradually, starting with the 2024 financial year.
Companies that are already subject to the NFRD (Non-Financial Reporting Directive) must report from 2025.

Advantages: The CSRD is intended to provide investors, consumers and other stakeholders with better information for assessing the sustainability performance of companies.

What does the CSRD reporting obligation mean for your company?

In Germany, around 49,000 companies have been affected by the CSRD reporting obligation since January 1, 2024.

This is a great challenge – but also a great opportunity!

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Sustainability and economic success are inextricably linked

There are new requirements for the documentation and reporting of sustainability measures in companies in the European Union and in Germany.

The Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility Directive (CSRD) places a number of demands on the business world.

It is worth developing a sustainable corporate strategy in order to be successful in the long term.

At a time when resources are scarce and climate change is bringing a certain instability to existing production chains, sustainability is not a maybe, but a must-have for economic success.

Companies are securing their future viability here and now by adapting to the new circumstances.

The reporting obligation may initially be perceived as an additional burden, but it offers opportunities for long-term success and solid competitiveness.

The prerequisites for this are that new market strategies are developed and implemented now.

The importance of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive in Germany and for your business

Many more companies are now affected by the reporting obligation.

This means that these companies will take care to cooperate with companies that operate sustainably, both in the supply chain and in their operational business.

Even the hotel where business travelers stay has an impact on the values in the sustainability reports.

In 2023, around 11,600 German companies were required to report; in 2024, the figure is now around 49,000.

Positioning ourselves sustainably therefore also means becoming, being or remaining a potential cooperation partner for companies subject to reporting requirements.

This means that even higher-priced products and services will gain market relevance if their cheaper alternatives are not sustainable.

Who is subject to CSRD reporting?

The Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs explains in detail on its website to whom the reporting requirements have applied since January 1, 2024:

“Corporations and commercial partnerships with exclusively limited liability shareholders that are large companies in terms of accounting law, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in terms of accounting law that are capital market-oriented, and third-country companies with a turnover of EUR 150 million in the EU whose subsidiaries meet the above major criteria or whose branches achieve a turnover of more than EUR 40 million.” (Source: www.csr-in-deutschland.de , 10.02.2024)

Public interest entities with more than 500 employees will continue to be required to report from January 1, 2024.

From the following year (01.01.2025), all other large companies under accounting law are obliged to prepare a CSRD report.

And from January 1, 2026, capital market-oriented SMEs will also have to comply with the CSRD reporting obligation, albeit with the possibility of a deferral until 2028.

What does the CSRD reporting obligation mean for economic success?

  • Reducing energy consumption saves money
  • Promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace creates diversity and diverse teams are more innovative and resilient in crises
  • The use of sustainable materials such as reusable cups or cloth napkins amortize their higher acquisition costs over time and are of higher quality
  • Ordering from sustainable suppliers is initially more expensive, but also safer. Because if there is a supply crisis, fruit and vegetables from the farm next door are still available
  • Implementing recycling programs turns waste into added value
  • The promotion of renewable energies and environmentally friendly technologies is also more expensive to purchase, but safe and inexpensive in the long term
  • Tree planting with Click A Tree serves as a sustainable supplement to the measures mentioned above. Maintaining a livable global climate is the basis for all market economies

Future viability is a criterion for assessing the value of a company

The CSRD reporting obligation makes it easier to assess the sustainability of a company. Sustainability also means resilience. Investors and stakeholders have a great interest in ensuring that their investments are and remain secure.

Those who rely on consistently low-cost production chains abroad are also dependent on them. The last crises have clearly shown this.

Right now, it is not just a duty, but also an opportunity to rethink many things.

Implementing sustainability easily in your company

The K-Apart Hotel plants trees with Click A Tree and focuses on visible sustainability overall. As a large proportion of business guests from large companies book rooms here, which are subject to CSRD reporting requirements, the corporate concept is also geared towards their needs:

  • It has been awarded GreenSign Level 4
  • It has local suppliers & well thought-out supply chains
  • It invests in the environment, regionally & globally
  • It relies on renewable energies
  • It supports recycling chains
  • It supports local communities
  • It uses products that support sustainable and social projects
  • It actively implements gender equality & inclusion
  • It works in a way that conserves resources & avoids toxins
  • It uses reusable products instead of disposable variants

(Source: www.k-apart.de, 10.02.2024)

This example shows that basically every company has the potential to operate sustainably and to remain, be or become successful and generate strong sales.

FAQ about the CSRD reporting obligation

Here you will find brief answers to the most frequently asked questions about the CSRD reporting obligation.

The EU’s CSRD Directive (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) states that large companies and listed companies must submit more detailed and standardized sustainability reports.

Reporting obligation: Companies must report on environmental, social and governance (ESG) aspects.

Scope: The directive applies to all large companies and listed companies in the EU, including smaller listed companies from 2026.

Transparency: The aim is to increase the transparency and comparability of sustainability information.

Standards: Reports must be prepared in accordance with uniform EU standards based on the guidelines of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the standards of the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB).

Objective: The CSRD is intended to provide investors, consumers and other stakeholders with better information for assessing the sustainability performance of companies.

Transposition: The directive came into force on April 21, 2021 and must be transposed into national law by the member states by 2024.

The CSRD Directive is mandatory for certain companies in the EU:

Large companies: Companies that fulfill at least two of the following criteria: more than 250 employees, more than 40 million euros in sales or more than 20 million euros in total assets.

Listed companies: All companies listed on EU-regulated markets, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), except micro-enterprises.

Financial institutions: Banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions.

Non-EU companies: Companies that operate in the EU and exceed certain turnover limits must also report.

These extended reporting obligations are to come into force gradually from the 2024 financial year.

The CSRD Directive (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) will come into force in Germany from the 2024 financial year.

Companies must report in accordance with the new standards for the first time for the 2024 financial year, with the reports being published in 2025.

The transposition into national law must be completed by the end of 2023.

The new reporting obligations apply gradually to different types of companies:

2025: For companies that are already subject to the NFRD (Non-Financial Reporting Directive).

2026: For large companies that are not already covered by the NFRD.

2027: For listed SMEs, small and non-complex credit institutions and captive insurance companies.

These timetables are intended to give companies sufficient time to prepare for the new requirements.

Yes, the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) is an EU directive and is implemented as law in the member states.

EU Directive: The CSRD was issued by the European Union and defines minimum standards that all member states must implement.

Transposition into national law: Each EU member state, including Germany, must transpose the directive into national law, which means that corresponding laws and regulations must be enacted to fulfill the requirements of the CSRD.

Mandatory: As soon as the directive is transposed into national law, the companies concerned are legally obliged to comply with the new reporting requirements.

The CSRD must be transposed into national law by the end of 2023 so that the reporting obligations can come into force from the 2024 financial year.

The difference between CSR and CSRD lies in their definition and their requirements:

CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility):

  • Voluntariness: CSR refers to voluntary measures taken by companies to assume social, ecological and economic responsibility.
  • Scope: CSR includes activities such as environmental protection, fair working conditions, ethical behavior and social projects.
  • Reporting: Companies can voluntarily report on their CSR activities, but there are no uniform standards or legal obligations.
  • Flexibility: Companies have the freedom to determine the scope and type of their CSR measures themselves.

CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive):

  • Obligation: The CSRD is an EU legal directive that obliges companies to prepare detailed and standardized reports on their sustainability performance.
  • Scope: It includes reports on environmental, social and governance (ESG) aspects and requires more comprehensive and systematic reporting than CSR.
  • Standards: The CSRD sets uniform EU-wide reporting standards based on international guidelines such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI).
  • Legal obligation: Companies that fall under the CSRD are legally obliged to fulfill the reporting requirements and can be sanctioned for non-compliance.

In summary, CSR is a voluntary corporate responsibility, while CSRD is a legally required reporting on sustainability performance.

The following companies are covered by the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive):

Large companies: Companies that fulfill at least two of the following criteria:

  • More than 250 employees
  • More than 40 million euros in sales
  • More than 20 million euros in total assets

Listed companies: All companies listed on EU-regulated markets, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), except micro-enterprises.

Financial institutions: Banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions.

Non-EU companies: Companies that operate in the EU and exceed certain turnover limits must also report.

Timeframe for implementation:

  • 2025: For companies that are already subject to the NFRD (Non-Financial Reporting Directive).
  • 2026: For large companies not previously covered by the NFRD.
  • 2027: For listed SMEs, small and non-complex credit institutions and captive insurance companies.

These regulations ensure that a large number of companies are obliged to prepare and disclose standardized sustainability reports.

Yes, certain small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are affected by the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive).

Listed SMEs: SMEs that are listed on EU-regulated markets are subject to the reporting requirements of the CSRD.
This regulation comes into force from the 2026 financial year, with the reports having to be published for the first time in 2027.

Non-listed SMEs: These are generally not obliged to report in accordance with the CSRD.
However, they are encouraged to voluntarily prepare sustainability reports in order to promote transparency and sustainability practices.

Transitional arrangements: Listed SMEs have an extended transition period and can apply simplified reporting standards to meet the requirements of the CSRD and reduce the burden.

In summary, listed SMEs in particular are affected by the mandatory reporting obligations of the CSRD, while non-listed SMEs can report voluntarily.

Important: Sustainable commitment is also worthwhile for unlisted SMEs.
At least as long as they want CSRD-reporting companies as customers.

If a hotel wants to welcome guests from a large company, for example, it should definitely make a sustainable commitment.

Here you will find specific examples of various CSR solutions for companies, sorted by industry.

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Deforestation: Meaning, Causes, Effects and Solutions

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Introduction to Deforestation

Deforestation, the large-scale removal of forest cover, has been a pressing environmental issue for decades.

Forests are vital to maintaining ecological balance, and their destruction poses severe threats to biodiversity, climate stability, and human well-being.

Understanding this loss of forests, its causes, effects, and potential solutions, is crucial for devising effective strategies to combat this global challenge.

That includes talking about this forest loss. So share this article with your networks!

What is Deforestation?

Deforestation refers to the clearing, destroying, or otherwise removal of trees through deliberate, natural, or accidental means.

It involves the conversion of forested areas to non-forest land for uses such as arable land, urban development, or mining activities.

This process can lead to a permanent loss of forest ecosystems and the services they provide.

Huge deforested area probabyl due to a natural desaster

The Meaning of Deforestation

The term deforestation encompasses not just the act of cutting down trees but also the long-term damage to habitats, leading to biodiversity loss and the disruption of local and global ecological processes.

The importance of forests cannot be overstated—they are home to 80% of the world’s terrestrial animals and plants, play a crucial role in the carbon cycle, and support the livelihoods of billions of people worldwide.

Why Does Deforestation Happen?

The loss of forest cover occurs due to various human activities and natural phenomena.

The primary causes include agricultural expansion, logging, infrastructure development, and natural disasters such as e.g. floods, storms or forest fires.

Each of these factors contributes differently to deforestation, necessitating a multifaceted approach to address the issue.

Forest fires are a driving force of deforestation

Causes of Deforestation

The drivers of deforestation are complex and interlinked.

Agricultural activities, particularly the cultivation of soy, palm oil, and cattle ranching, are the most significant contributors.

Logging, both legal and illegal, also plays a major role, driven by the demand for timber and paper products.

Urbanization and infrastructure development further exacerbate the problem as forests are cleared to make way for roads, buildings, and other developments.

Semi deforested area all trees are cut on the left side of the road

Deforestation and Agriculture

Agriculture is a leading cause of the loss of forests.

Large tracts of forests are cleared to make way for plantations and pastures.

This practice is particularly prevalent in tropical regions where forests are converted into agricultural land to meet the global demand for food, fiber, and biofuel.

The expansion of monocultures, such as palm oil plantations, significantly contributes to habitat destruction and biodiversity loss.

That is why, at Click A Tree, we support projects of syntropic forestry, where forest and fruit trees grow in harmony.

Deforestation often happens in tropical regions where trees are cut down for agriculture

Deforestation and Urbanization

Urban expansion necessitates the clearing of forests to build cities, towns, and infrastructure.

The demand for housing, roads, and commercial facilities drives deforestation, particularly in developing countries where rapid population growth and urbanization are prevalent.

This not only leads to the loss of forest cover but also disrupts local ecosystems and displaces indigenous communities.

Backhoe cutting down trees resulting in the loss of forests

The Effects of Deforestation

The consequences of deforestation are profound and far-reaching.

They impact the environment, the climate, and the living organisms that depend on forests for survival.

Understanding these effects is crucial for realizing the urgency of addressing deforestation.

Environmental Impact

Deforestation significantly alters the environment.

It leads to habitat destruction, which threatens the survival of many species.

The loss of trees, which act as carbon sinks, contributes to increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, exacerbating global warming.

Additionally, the removal of vegetation affects soil stability, leading to erosion and loss of fertile land.

Close up of a tree stump that has been cut down

Climate Change and Deforestation

Forests play a critical role in regulating the Earth’s climate by absorbing carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.

Deforestation disrupts this balance, releasing stored carbon into the atmosphere and contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.

This accelerates climate change, resulting in more frequent and severe weather events, rising sea levels, and altered weather patterns.

Biodiversity Loss

Forests are biodiversity hotspots, home to a vast array of species.

Deforestation leads to habitat fragmentation and loss, pushing many species to the brink of extinction.

The destruction of forest habitats threatens the survival of flora and fauna, reduces genetic diversity, and disrupts ecological networks.

This is one of the key drivers why Click A Tree was founded: To create habitat for elephants and other animals.

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Soil Degradation

The removal of trees and vegetation cover exposes soil to erosion by wind and water.

This leads to the loss of nutrient-rich topsoil, reducing the land’s productivity and fertility.

Soil degradation also contributes to desertification in arid and semi-arid regions, further exacerbating food security issues.

Mining is a massive driver of deforestation

Water Cycle Disruption

Forests play a crucial role in maintaining the water cycle by regulating water flow and precipitation.

Deforestation disrupts this cycle, leading to reduced rainfall, altered river flows, and increased frequency of floods and droughts.

The loss of forest cover affects local and regional water availability, impacting agriculture and human settlements.

Lots of forests are lost for the wood industry

Solutions to Deforestation

Addressing the loss of forests requires a combination of strategies aimed at reducing the demand for forest products, promoting sustainable land use, and restoring degraded forests.

Effective solutions must involve governments, corporations, and local communities working together.

Reforestation and Afforestation

Reforestation involves planting trees in deforested areas, while afforestation refers to creating new forests on previously non-forested land.

These practices help restore ecosystems, sequester carbon, and enhance biodiversity.

Successful reforestation and afforestation initiatives require careful planning and the involvement of local communities.

And that is exactly what Click A Tree does: Grow forests in close cooperation with the local communities. Make sure everyone profits!

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Sustainable Forestry Practices

Sustainable forestry aims to balance the demand for forest products with the need to preserve forest ecosystems.

This includes practices such as selective logging, maintaining buffer zones, and adhering to certification standards like those set by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).

These practices help ensure that forests can regenerate and continue to provide ecological and economic benefits.

Legislation and Policy

Effective legislation and policies are essential for protecting forests.

Governments must enforce laws that prevent illegal logging, regulate land use, and promote sustainable development.

International agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, also play a role in addressing deforestation by setting targets for reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation (REDD+).

Community-Based Conservation

Local communities are often the best stewards of their forests.

Community-based conservation initiatives empower indigenous and local communities to manage and protect their forest resources.

These initiatives can include traditional land management practices, eco-friendly livelihood opportunities, and participatory governance structures.

Corporate Responsibility

Corporations play a significant role in driving deforestation through their supply chains.

Companies can adopt responsible sourcing policies, invest in sustainable practices, and collaborate with stakeholders to reduce their environmental impact.

Transparency and accountability are key to ensuring corporate commitments translate into meaningful action.

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How to Stop Deforestation

Stopping deforestation requires a concerted effort at multiple levels.

Public education, advocacy, and policy changes are critical to reversing forest loss trends and protecting forest ecosystems.

Education and Awareness

Raising awareness about the importance of forests and the impacts of deforestation is vital.

Education programs can inform people about sustainable practices, the value of biodiversity, and the consequences of forest loss.

Schools, media campaigns, and community outreach can all play a role in fostering a culture of conservation.

Alternative Energy Sources

Reducing reliance on wood and fossil fuels for energy can help alleviate pressure on forests.

Promoting alternative energy sources, such as solar, wind, and bioenergy, can provide sustainable options for energy production.

Investments in renewable energy technologies can reduce deforestation driven by fuelwood extraction.

Supporting Sustainable Products

Consumers have the power to drive change by choosing sustainably sourced products.

Certifications such as FSC and Rainforest Alliance indicate products that are produced in environmentally and socially responsible ways.

By supporting these products, consumers can help reduce the demand for goods that contribute to deforestation.

Learn more in our Blog about smart companies and their successful ESG solutions.

Advocacy and Activism

Advocacy and activism are crucial for holding governments and corporations accountable.

Environmental organizations, grassroots movements, and concerned individuals can campaign for stronger forest protection laws, corporate responsibility, and international cooperation.

Advocacy efforts can also support indigenous rights and land tenure, which are often key to effective forest conservation.

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How to Prevent Deforestation

Preventing the loss of forests requires proactive measures to protect existing forests and promote sustainable land use.

This includes innovative approaches to land management and the development of economic alternatives that do not rely on forest destruction.

Land Management Techniques

Effective land management techniques can help prevent deforestation by promoting sustainable use of forest resources.

This includes practices such as agroforestry, which integrates trees into agricultural systems, and conservation agriculture, which minimizes soil disturbance and maintains ground cover.

Agroforestry

Agroforestry combines agriculture and forestry to create more sustainable land-use systems.

By integrating trees and shrubs into crop and livestock systems, agroforestry can enhance biodiversity, improve soil health, and increase agricultural productivity.

This approach can also provide additional income streams for farmers, reducing the incentive to clear forests.

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Ecotourism

Ecotourism provides an economic incentive to conserve forests by generating income from sustainable tourism.

Well-managed ecotourism projects can support local economies, promote environmental education, and fund conservation efforts.

It is essential to ensure that ecotourism activities are conducted in ways that minimize environmental impact and respect local cultures.

Technological Innovations

Advances in technology can aid in monitoring and preventing deforestation.

Satellite imagery, remote sensing, and geographic information systems (GIS) can track changes in forest cover and detect illegal activities.

These tools provide valuable data for enforcement agencies and conservation organizations, enabling more effective protection of forests.

Conclusion

Deforestation is a multifaceted issue with significant environmental, social, and economic implications.

Addressing it requires a holistic approach that involves reforestation, sustainable practices, policy enforcement, community engagement, and corporate responsibility.

By understanding the causes and effects of deforestation and implementing comprehensive solutions, we can work towards a future where forests are protected and restored for the benefit of all.

Frequently Asked Questions about Deforestation

What is deforestation?

Deforestation is the large-scale removal of trees and forest cover, often to make way for agricultural, urban, or industrial development.

It can lead to habitat destruction, biodiversity loss, and climate change.

Why does deforestation happen?

Deforestation occurs due to various factors, including agricultural expansion, logging, urbanization, and natural disasters.

Human activities such as farming, mining, and infrastructure development are the primary drivers.

How can we stop deforestation?

Stopping deforestation involves raising awareness, supporting sustainable practices, enforcing protective legislation, and promoting reforestation and afforestation.

Advocacy and responsible consumer choices also play crucial roles.

What are the effects of deforestation?

Deforestation leads to environmental degradation, climate change, biodiversity loss, soil erosion, and water cycle disruption.

It also affects the livelihoods of communities dependent on forest resources.

What are some solutions to deforestation?

Solutions include reforestation, sustainable forestry, community-based conservation, corporate responsibility, and policy enforcement.

Technological innovations and alternative energy sources also help mitigate deforestation.

How can individuals help prevent deforestation?

Individuals can prevent deforestation by supporting sustainable products, participating in tree-planting initiatives, advocating for forest protection, and reducing their carbon footprint.

Education and awareness are also crucial for fostering a conservation mindset.

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Sustainability as a corporate statement

The Housekeeping Academy by Mareike Reis is dedicated to the task of not only strengthening the housekeeping departments of hotels, restaurants, vacation resorts and many other sectors professionally, but also transforming them sustainably.

In cooperation with Click A Tree it is positioning itself as future-oriented on the market.

  • The Housekeeping Academy supports the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations (SDGs) through the holistic sustainability of Click A Tree
  • The company's housekeeping experts advise accommodation establishments on resource-saving cleaning methods and other sustainable measures
  • As part of CSRD, preference is given to companies that operate sustainably. The Housekeeping Academy secures long-term contracts through the sustainable orientation of the company
  • Strengthening the brand image through environmental commitment with Click A Tree
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Die Mitarbeiterinnen der Housekeeping Akademie in fröhlicher Pose vor einem Fluss, repräsentieren ihr Engagement für Nachhaltigkeit in Unternehmen, dargestellt auf einem Werbebanner mit den Logos von Click A Tree und der Housekeeping Akademie.

Increasing quality and efficiency at the Housekeeping Academy

The Housekeeping Academy, founded by Mareike Reis, has made it its mission to put the housekeeping departments  in the hospitality industry  in the spotlight.

With a wide range of training measures, from cleaning training to management development and quality assurance, the Academy aims not only to improve cleaning quality, but also to strengthen team members professionally and interpersonally. team members both professionally and interpersonally. 

The academy pursues a modern approach that replaces “cleaning” with professional cleaning, thereby extending the service life of hotel facilities and increasing job satisfaction.

Sustainability increases the company’s success

The Housekeeping Academy and Click A Tree have developed a partnership that makes it possible to integrate sustainability into daily work.
For every completed customer assignment, the Housekeeping Academy plants trees to minimize the industry’s ecological footprint.
The values of the Housekeeping Academy are reflected in the Ghana project, which combines trees and education by supporting two business schools. Here you can find more information about the Ghana project and the business schools.

Companies share their sustainable commitment with the community

The unique Click A Tree “Universal Impact Portal” (UIP) is available to you when you plant trees with Click A Tree.
You get your own password-protected account where you can see all your positive impact figures at a glance.
You can share these figures with your community.

Real impact with Click A Tree

Mareike Reis’ Housekeeping Academy uses the collaboration with Click A Tree for real environmental protection and as inspiration for others.
She always retains full cost control and can act freely.
You can read more about it here.

,,The cooperation with Click A Tree means a lot to us as a team.
We do what we love and the fact that we can actively protect the environment at the same time motivates us a lot.”

Click A Tree ensures that cooperation is always uncomplicated.
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Sustainability for the wholesale trade

Worring Leder GmbH is an international wholesale company for high-quality leather goods, based in Mülheim an der Ruhr.

The company has decided to round off its corporate profile with sustainability measures.

The cooperation with Click A Tree has a positive impact on the brand image, which is conducive to customer loyalty and the acquisition of new customers.

  • Worring Leder plants trees in Ghana for its customers when they place a certain order quantity
  • Worring Leder's commitment has a clearly positive impact on biodiversity and creates habitats for animals
  • The company's brand image benefits from planting trees with Click A Tree
  • Advantages of the cooperation: Existing customer relationships are strengthened and new customers are acquired
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Gruppe von Mitarbeitenden der Worring Leder GmbH steht lächelnd vor einem großen Baum an einem sonnigen Tag, repräsentiert Nachhaltigkeit im Handel. Über dem Bild steht der Text 'Nachhaltigkeit im Handel - Die Worring Leder GmbH zeigt wie es geht', zusammen mit dem Logo von Click A Tree

Sustainability and future-oriented action for entrepreneurial success

Worring Leder GmbH – that’s the Worring couple and their team.
With their 30 years of experience in the industry, they provide their customers with competent and individual advice.
The company relies on high-quality materials that are characterized by durability, versatility and tear resistance.

The main focus of the family business is on the B2B sector.
However, private customers also have the opportunity to purchase yard goods via a special store, which also allows remnants to be reused.

Successful cooperation generates impact

The cooperation between Worring Leder GmbH and Click A Tree has been in place since 2021.
Around 1919 trees have already been planted through the cooperation, which is around 7,676 m² of wooded area that provides habitat for animals.
The company’s tree plantings have generated 479.75 hours of work for local people.

Worring Leder GmbH has an overview of its sustainability successes in its Click A Tree “Universal Impact Platform”.
This is available exclusively to people who plant trees together with Click A Tree.

Sustainability simple and flexible for companies

The simplicity and flexibility of the cooperation with Click A Tree is particularly appreciated.
Click A Tree offers Worring Leder the opportunity to further expand climate protection, biodiversity conservation, environmental protection and social responsibility in an uncomplicated way.
Sustainability can be integrated into existing processes without any risk whatsoever.

The family-run company Worring Leder supports the Click A Tree project in Ghana: Worring Leder GmbH plants trees there from a certain value of goods.

In Ghana, Click A Tree Business supports schools for young people, creating prospects for the future in a particularly efficient way.
In addition, the areas are reforested pantropically, which contributes to food security.

Suitable options can be found for every company to create security for the future.

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Mangroves are multi-talented. You are one of the best fighters we have against climate change. But they are so much more. Mangrove forests provide protection from storm surges and erosion, their roots create a safe space for young underwater life and they create opportunities for humans. Just like Wilson Gastanes from the Philippines.

Mangroves are multi-talented. You are one of the best fighters we have against climate change. But they are so much more.

Mangrove forests provide protection from storm surges and erosion, their roots create a safe space for young underwater life and they create opportunities for humans. Just like Wilson Gastanes from the Philippines.

Would you like to learn more about the superpowers of mangrove trees and how you can help change the lives of many people? Then read on.

Wilson and the mangrove

The Philippines is Click A Tree’s newest tree planting location. The planting takes place on the island of Mindanao, the second largest island in the country. This is also where 61-year-old Wilson lives and plants your trees for the oceans.

Want to find out more about our planting project in the Philippines? Then read this article and find out why we are planting trees for the oceans.

It wasn’t so long ago that Wilson became part of our tree planting team. Nevertheless, he has achieved an incredible amount in this short time! We are still amazed at how many trees he has planted.

In 1 ½ years, Wilson has planted 8,000 trees! If the conditions are right – low tide, no seaweed, fewer stones, etc. – he can plant around 500 mangroves a day. Amazing, isn’t it!

Childhood memories of a mangrove pool

There are many reasons why Wilson plants mangroves. More on the various reasons later, but first let’s get to Wilson’s personal mangrove story and how he brought about change after feeling powerless.

Many years ago, Wilson took his friends to his mangrove pool. Just imagine the fun he and his friends had there: swimming competitions, diving for fish or simply enjoying the cool water on a hot day.

But one day, Wilson and his neighbors witnessed businessmen destroying their mangrove pool. They cut down mangroves to create fish and shrimp farms, which is still a big problem today, as the mangroves can no longer grow there because of the chemicals.

Wilson still misses his mangrove pool today. He promised himself that he would plant a new one for his children so that they would have the same great childhood memories as he did.

Would you like to find out more about mangroves and our project in the Philippines? Follow us on Instagram – you’ll find the latest updates on our projects there!

How planting mangroves supports the future of the Philippines

Being a tropical island in Southeast Asia does not only have advantages. The Philippines are strongly affected by the effects of climate change. Sea levels are rising and natural disasters are on the increase.

In addition, there are increasing problems with soil erosion, crop quality, landslides and the management of water catchment areas as a result of deforestation.

Time is running out. That is why we must act TODAY. We need to start opening our eyes to the things that are really happening. Wilson doesn’t have the option of not worrying about climate change and the impact on his home and family.

Life for fishing families in the Philippines is hard enough as it is, but when the weather conditions worsen, they are unable to feed their families.

Planting mangroves helps Wilson and others by providing them with a stable income, while the mangrove forests attract more wildlife and marine life.

The superpowers of Wilson’s mangroves

Mangroves as a food source

Once the mangroves have been planted, it doesn’t take long before the first mussels can be seen on the young mangrove stems. Wilson and his colleagues collect them and sell part of their catch at the market and use the rest to cook mussel soup.

As the mangroves grow older, more marine life makes the roots of the mangroves their home. The tangled area creates a safe space for underwater life, including many species of fish, crabs and shrimps.

Mangroves protect people from flooding and erosion, but are also an important source of food for humans and underwater life.

But did you know that mangroves also collect plastic from the sea?

Mangroves in the fight against plastic pollution

Yes, you read that right!

Plastic pollution is a major global problem. And unfortunately, there’s no magic spell to make plastic waste simply disappear when we’re done with it.

Wilson experiences this problem first-hand when he goes to the beach. In many Asian countries, everything really is wrapped in plastic, from your morning coffee to your bread. And most of the plastic will later end up in the sea, as there are no recycling areas. This is also the case in Wilson’s village.

We want to stop plastic pollution in the sea and therefore collect 1 kg of plastic from the sea for every tree planted.

Would you like to hear something else amazing? Wilson told us that they plan to make flower pots from the plastic they collect, which they can then use for tree planting.

How great is that?

Find out more about the superpowers of mangroves here: Mangrove forests – The all-round heroes [7 lebenswichtige Funktionen + 4 einzigartige Mangroven-Fakten]

What difference has planting mangroves made in the Philippines?

Planting mangroves means protecting families and their homes. They are an important source of food. And planting mangroves means creating opportunities.

Wilson and his tree-planting colleagues plant trees to give their children a better life. By planting mangroves, they can ensure that their children’s future is stable enough without having to move elsewhere to find work.

For Wilson, it is important that his children feel safe and that they know they can lead a life without difficulties.

Wilson’s dream

“I hope that more people understand the important role that mangroves play for the sea, the land, the environment, but also for our livelihoods.

Help us to change people’s lives

Changing lives doesn’t have to be difficult. You don’t have to add it to your to-do list or leave your house. You can help change people’s lives by planting mangroves with just a few keystrokes.

Help us realize Wilson’s dream and plant mangrove trees now.

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]]> Wellborg Bestattungen – An unexpected but meaningful collaboration https://clickatree.com/en/wellborg-funerals/ Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:40:31 +0000 https://cysimone.wpcomstaging.com/wellborg-funerals/ An unexpected but meaningful collaboration Share with your community on LinkedIn now: This is how memories and sustainability can be combined  In an unexpected collaboration, Click A Tree and Wellborg Funeral Home have created a meaningful connection that not only protects the environment, but also provides comfort and remembrance. The funeral home, which has been […]

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Außenansicht des modernen Bestattungsinstituts namens 'Wellborg'. Das Gebäude hat eine Fassade aus rotem Backstein mit weißen Fugen und ist mit großen Fenstern versehen. Über dem Eingang ist der Name des Instituts in großen, blockbuchstabenähnlichen Metallbuchstaben angebracht.

This is how memories and sustainability can be combined 

In an unexpected collaboration, Click A Tree and Wellborg Funeral Home have created a meaningful connection that not only protects the environment, but also provides comfort and remembrance.

The funeral home, which has been providing sensitive and empathetic support to mourners for decades, was looking for new ways to offer the bereaved a very special way to honor their loved ones.

At the same time, the institute endeavored to make a positive contribution to environmental protection  and to promote sustainability.

This is where Click A Tree came into play – together they developed an innovative concept: since then, trees have been planted for the deceased to honor their memory and at the same time make a sustainable contribution to the environment. 

The collaboration between Click A Tree and the funeral home has shown how two seemingly different areas – coping with grief and protecting the environment – can be harmoniously combined.

By working together, they have created a sustainable way of preserving memories and making the world a better place at the same time.

Almost 500 trees have already been planted and almost 500 kilograms of plastic removed from the oceans. 

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How we encourage participation in surveys

trans-o-flex and Click A Tree are writing a joint success story: the feeling of actively doing something good, namely planting a tree, encourages customers to take part in customer surveys.

This gives trans-o-flex valuable insights and at the same time helps the environment and the people in the Click A Tree project countries.

  • Tree planting incentivizes participation in customer surveys
  • Partnership with Click A Tree: Two trees will be planted for each survey participation
  • In addition, a tree is planted for every new customer
  • The tree plantations by Click A Tree are holistically sustainable
  • The collaboration with Click A Tree has a positive impact on transoflex's brand image
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Ein Zustellfahrzeug von dem Logistikdienstleister trans-o-flex. Davor ist ein Paketzusteller mit einer Sackkarre und darauf drei Paketen zu sehen.

Continuous improvement through customer feedback

The future-oriented logistics company
trans-o-flex has recognized that customer feedback is invaluable.

Quarterly customer surveys enabled the company to obtain direct feedback on its services in order to respond quickly to customer concerns and make continuous improvements.

As part of its commitment to sustainability and environmental protection, trans-o-flex initiated an impressive tree-planting campaign. Taking part in the surveys created an opportunity to do something meaningful for the environment. In collaboration with Click A Tree, two trees were planted for every response. Over 2,600 trees have been created in this way.

However, this initiative goes beyond simply planting trees. trans-o-flex decided to plant additional trees for every new customer or business expansion in order to further strengthen its commitment to the environment.

There are now just under 4,000 trees in the trans-o-flex forest.

Holistic commitment to sustainability: Successful implementation for long-term success

Click A Tree supports all sustainability goals of the United Nations. Through their reforestation projects, they not only help to improve the climate, but also create sustainable jobs and promote biodiversity.

The joint efforts of both companies show that sustainability and corporate success can go hand in hand.

The partnership between Trans-o-flex and Click A Tree is a shining example of how companies can not only improve the world around them through their commitment to environmental protection and sustainability, but also build a strong bond with their customers.

By contributing to a sustainable future, they set standards for the entire industry and inspire others to follow their example. 

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More than just reforestation

Where there is hunger, reforestation is not the first priority for those who are hungry. That is why in Ghana we combine the creation of forests with the creation of food sources. What was initially intended to lead to acceptance among the local population is now a fully functioning resilient ecosystem:

  • Trees, bushes and crops are interspersed - this structural richness protects the soil from erosion
  • The water retention function is also strengthened by this type of planting and less irrigation is required
  • Closed ecosystems are formed that are largely viable without human help
  • The crops are available to local people as a source of food and for trade
  • Syntropic forestry is more resilient to extreme weather phenomena than pure forests or farms
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Eine Gruppe Menschen zeigt freudig ihre Bananenernte in die Kamera. Sie lachen. Am Rand sind drei kleine Bilder, die Beispiele für syntropische Fortwirtschaft zeigen.

Reforestation and agriculture in one: Syntropic agroforestry

Soils can lose fertility due to monoculture, erosion or fallow land. The soil structure and nutrients are then suboptimal and often have difficulty binding water.

The improvement of soil structure and the prevention of erosion are major side effects of syntropic afforestation. Forests bind CO2 and also help the global climate through their positive effect on evaporation processes. Reforestation with trees binds and releases rain where it is urgently needed. But if the tree foliage is missing, the soil is defenceless against drying out and erosion.

Similar to permaculture, syntropic reforestation is used to create closed ecosystems that prevent soils from being depleted or drying out. The association of hedges and shrubs and useful plants of various sizes ensure year-round soil protection.

The crops also produce food that is used for food safety or can be sold on the market.

At Click A Tree, the harvest remains at the free disposal of the local people.

Permaculture, agroforestry, syntropic reforestation …

Many names denote a basic idea: to imitate natural ecosystems that function well and are stable.

Plants are selected that complement each other in terms of their nutrient requirements, which increases the fertility of the soil – similar to crop rotation.

Diversity is the game changer here:

  • Different plants (no monoculture!)
  • Various growth rates
  • Different growth heights
  • Different root systems

Plants with different needs recycle nutrients directly and are more resilient to pests and weather extremes. Good soil structures are created that are a permanent home for soil organisms and microorganisms.

Syntropic reforestation creates food security

In the past, forests were cut down to create farmland. Food is required. When crops and forests are associated, forests and areas for growing food are created.

Unlike in arable farming, where the soil is regarded as a substrate for crops, in syntropic afforestation the soil is the basis of an ecosystem that is constantly rejuvenating itself and is not left depleted and fallow at some point, so that the next piece of forest has to be cleared for new farmland.

Syntropic agriculture is a type of reforestation that is sustainable. It is a piece of nature that is so directly useful to humans that it is not in danger. It promotes biodiversity, protects the climate and the environment and is profitable at the same time.

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