Introduction

Planting trees has become a global necessity for the survival of the planet. Trees help to reduce carbon in the atmosphere, provide oxygen, prevent soil erosion, and act as habitats for various animal species. In 2019, many countries worldwide undertook the responsibility of planting trees. In this article, we focus on how many trees were planted in 2019.

China, the Leading Country in Tree Planting

China, the world's most populous country, has taken the initiative to plant trees massively. With its vast land and friendly climate, China’s government launched a reforestation project. In 2019, the country managed to plant 84,000 square kilometers of forest, equivalent to 130 billion trees. According to the State Forestry Administration, the massive planting was part of the government’s plan to plant 50 billion trees in five years.

India's Pledge to Plant 2 Billion Trees

India also embarked on an ambitious tree-planting project with a target to plant two billion trees by 2022. In 2019, the country planted approximately 5.5 billion trees, a critical move to counteract the effects of climate change. The tree-planting project was initiated to increase green cover and prevent soil erosion in highly vulnerable areas.

Pakistan's Initiative to Plant 10 Billion Trees

In 2019, Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan launched an initiative to plant 10 billion trees in the country over the next five years. The goal of the project is to strengthen and maintain the country’s forest cover. In 2019, Pakistan planted around one billion trees, with more expected during the next four years.

Australia's Post-Wildfire Tree Planting Program

Australia was severely affected by wildfires in 2019, destroying millions of trees and animal habitats in the process. The country launched a massive post-wildfire tree-planting program to replace the lost green cover. The program aimed to plant one billion trees by 2050, with the government investing AUD 50 million ($34 million) to kick-start the initiative.

Conclusion

The number of trees planted in 2019 was phenomenal, with various countries launching different initiatives to increase their forest cover. Governments worldwide acknowledged the importance of planting trees in mitigating the effects of climate change. With more action taken towards planting trees, there is hope for a healthier planet.