Half a million trees to be planted in England in three years, says government
The UK government has pledged £79 million to plant half a million trees and restore natural landscapes across England over the next three years. Environment Secretary Angela Eagle stated that these measures are intended to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather, such as floods and heatwaves.
Why it matters
This initiative represents a strategic shift toward nature-based solutions for climate change adaptation and disaster resilience in the UK.
Newly planted tree saplings in protective tubes in a field in north London. Under the plans, local groups will be given new funding for restoring natural landscapes. Newly planted tree saplings in protective tubes in a field in north London. Under the plans, local groups will be given new funding for restoring natural landscapes. Trees and forests Half a million trees to be planted in England in three years, says government Exclusive: Environment secretary Angela Eagle to make pledge as part of efforts to protect against extreme weather
Prefer the Guardian on Google Half a million trees will be planted across England in the next three years to protect against extreme weather, the environment secretary, Angela Eagle , will pledge on Wednesday morning.
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