In Barkot, a quiet town tucked away in the hills of Uttarakhand, the changing climate has left visible scars, warmer days, disappearing green cover, and water that’s becoming harder to find. A place once known for its beauty and cool mountain air is now struggling to hold on to what made it special. For years, […]
Environment
5 Surprising Lessons from Leopards That Show Why Forests Matter
Leopards are powerful, mysterious, and highly adaptable, but even they have their limits. In India, these iconic big cats are increasingly forced to venture closer to human settlements, not out of choice, but out of sheer necessity. At the heart of this shift lies a silent crisis: the loss of forest cover. Through our work […]
Investing in Land, Livelihoods, and Legacy
This World Environment Day, “Our Land. Our Future.” reminds us that land restoration is urgent and actionable.
Can We Still Grow with the Rain When It Comes Early?
Mumbai doesn’t knock before opening the skies. One minute, it’s humid and heavy; the next, it’s a full orchestra of thunder and sweeping rains. But these days, the monsoon is arriving earlier than expected, catching not just Mumbaikars off guard, but also the city’s trees. We’ve always known the rains as life-givers. Yet, like most […]
Bringing Back the Natural Beauty of Kashmir with Hope and Action!
Restoring Hangul habitats is not just about saving a species;
it’s about reviving an entire ecosystem. The right tree species can ensure food, cover, and continuity for wildlife while uplifting local communities
Why Do Sloth Bears Need Trees?
The rugged terrain of Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajasthan conceals a quiet ecological crisis. Nearly 80% of its landscape consists of exposed rock, offering little soil depth for vegetation to take root. This fundamental scarcity of soil—not merely a lack of green cover—directly limits the growth of both plant life and subterranean insect colonies that […]
Whispers of Poverty in Aathikuppam
Amid whispers of poverty, trees rise—restoring bird habitats and empowering women in Aathikuppam through the Trees for Migratory Birds™ project.
Can Planting a Tree a Day Keep the Doctor Away?
Every April 22, Earth Day reminds us of our responsibility to protect the planet we call home. But this year, Grow-Trees.com invites a deeper question: What if our health depends on how well we care for the Earth? Could planting trees, every day, in every corner, be the most natural prescription for a healthier world? […]
Why Do Trees Matter in Protecting Hornbills and Our Ecosystem?
Trees are the foundation of forest ecosystems, and for hornbills—one of the most iconic bird species in tropical Asia and Africa—they are indispensable. These birds depend on mature trees for nesting, feeding, and raising their young. In regions like Nagaland, where five of India’s nine hornbill species are found, rapid deforestation and habitat fragmentation have […]
Trees Are The Ultimate Carbon Sinks and Biodiversity Guardians
The role of trees in maintaining ecological balance is unparalleled. Natural carbon sinks are critical in mitigating climate change while encouraging biodiversity. With rapid urbanization and deforestation threatening ecosystems worldwide, the imperative to protect and restore tree cover has never been greater. Trees as Carbon Sinks Forests act as one of the planet’s most effective […]