Plant-for-the-Planet is a global non-profit organization founded in 2007 by a then 9-year-old boy named Felix Finkbeiner in Germany. is a global movement empowering young people and organizations to restore forest ecosystems and fight for climate justice. To do so, they educate young people, restore ecosystems, conduct restoration research, provide free software tools and restoration advice for organizations around the world. main activities are: partnerships and donor support, events, academies, the app, the sale of the Change Chocolate, communication and administration.
Plant-for-the-Planet employs scientifically backed reforestation methods, ensuring that trees are planted in suitable locations for long-term ecological impact. They focus on areas where reforestation has the highest potential for CO2 sequestration. They work with local communities and experts to identify the most appropriate native tree species to plant, ensuring the restoration of natural ecosystems and enhancing biodiversity. They use satellite imagery, on-ground audits, and modern technologies to monitor tree growth and survival rates, ensuring the sustainability and effectiveness of their planting efforts. Plant-for-the-Planet App allows users to donate for tree planting and tracks real-time data on the number of trees planted. It serves as a transparent platform, providing users with updates on the impact of their contributions and the progress of reforestation efforts. The app also integrates data from satellite monitoring to track reforestation projects. This ensures transparency and provides donors and partners with accurate progress updates. Plant-for-the-Planet trains children and youth to become climate ambassadors through workshops and academies. These academies cover climate science, reforestation, and advocacy, helping young people understand the importance of climate action. The Trillion Tree Campaign encourages global collaboration, inviting individuals, governments, and corporations to participate. By creating a massive movement, Plant-for-the-Planet aims to scale up reforestation and carbon sequestration efforts worldwide. Plant-for-the-Planet provides businesses with carbon offset programs by helping them fund tree planting projects. Companies integrate tree planting as part of their sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategies. Change Chocolate" Initiative is a fair-trade chocolate line supports reforestation, with proceeds directed towards tree planting. This product also serves as a promotional tool to raise awareness of climate action.
