Tree Planting in Shanghai

Team China had it's first MMK Million activity last weekend.

We all went out to a suburban area of Shanghai called Songjiang on a nice Saturday morning, equipped with lots of coffee and a positive attitude to contribute to a better environment by planting some trees.

Once we arrived at this interesting botanic garden we suited up and planted over 12 trees, after which we enjoyed a delicious organic Chinese lunch made of quality local produce.

We were told about the benefits of tree planting and wanted to share several of these:

An average size tree creates sufficient oxygen in one year to provide oxygen for a family of four.
Planting trees in the right place around buildings and homes can cut air-conditioning costs up to 50 percent.
Planting trees for the environment is good as they are renewable, biodegradable and recyclable.
During photosynthesis, trees and other plants absorb carbon dioxide and give off oxygen.
Trees keep in cheek the air and water pollution.
Why planting trees is important is evident as they are the natural habitat of the animals and birds, as well as many endangered species.

Rio Goh

Tree Planting in Shanghai