A single mature tree can absorb up to 22 kg of CO2 per year and release enough oxygen for 2 people.

USDA Forest Service

Trees can communicate with each other through underground fungal networks called the "Wood Wide Web".

Nature Journal

The Amazon Rainforest produces about 20% of the world's oxygen supply.

WWF

Trees can lower air temperature by up to 8°C through shade and evapotranspiration.

EPA

A single tree can absorb 10 pounds of air pollutants per year.

Arbor Day Foundation

Trees planted near buildings can reduce air conditioning needs by 30%.

US Department of Energy

The oldest known tree is a bristlecone pine named Methuselah, over 4,850 years old.

National Geographic

Trees increase property values by 7-20% on average.

USDA

One acre of trees absorbs the same amount of CO2 produced by driving a car 26,000 miles.

Tree People

Trees reduce noise pollution by absorbing sounds, acting as natural sound barriers.

FAO

Forests are home to 80% of the world's terrestrial biodiversity.

UN Environment

Planting trees is one of the most cost-effective ways to combat climate change.

IPCC