“When the last tree dies the last man dies”; this is a saying used to encourage afforestation and the protection of trees, especially the endangered ones. However, its meaning and relevance are largely ignored, because of destructive human activities, such as illegal gold mining, poor farming practices, deforestation, bush burning, and over-exploitation from logging and […]
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111 trees are planted in this beautiful Indian village anytime a girl is born
Every culture has its own traditions surrounding the birth of a child, but this one might be my favorite. In a country that historically favors the birth of a son, Piplantri village in India has created a new tradition that not only celebrates the birth of a daughter, but also benefits the community and the planet. […]