Is PornHub Really Planting Trees?

PornHub, the world’s largest pornographic video sharing website, has made headlines recently for its campaign to plant trees. The website claims that for every 100 videos watched on their site, they will plant a tree. But is this really true? Let’s take a closer look.

The Campaign

The PornHub Trees campaign was launched in April 2019 in collaboration with the environmental organization, Ocean Polymers. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the environment and climate change, while also encouraging people to watch more porn. A strange combination, but it seems to have worked, with the website reporting that in the first month of the campaign, over 6 million trees were planted.

Fact or Fiction?

The question on everyone’s mind is whether the trees are really being planted or if it’s just a gimmick to attract more visitors to the site. Several media outlets have investigated the campaign and have found that while it may not be a complete hoax, there are several factors to consider before we can trust the website’s claims.

The Partner

Ocean Polymers, the environmental organization partnered with PornHub, has faced criticism for lack of transparency about their practices. The organization is a subsidiary of the plastic packaging company, PlasticBank, which has been accused of greenwashing, or exaggerating their environmental initiatives. Therefore, there is some skepticism about whether the trees are actually being planted through this partnership.

The Numbers

Another issue is the number of trees being planted. PornHub claims that for every 100 videos watched, they will plant a tree. However, there has been no verification of this number, and there are concerns that the website is inflating the numbers to boost their environmental image. Additionally, there are concerns that the types of trees being planted are not necessarily the most effective in combating climate change.

The Impact

Even if the trees are being planted as promised, the impact on the environment may not be significant. One study found that planting trees can only offset a small portion of carbon emissions, and that in order to combat climate change, major sustainable changes need to be made in various industries. Therefore, while the PornHub Trees campaign may be well-intentioned, it may not be a practical solution.

Conclusion

The PornHub Trees campaign has certainly attracted attention and sparked conversation about the environment and climate change. However, it’s important to consider whether the campaign is really making a significant impact or if it’s just a marketing gimmick. Ultimately, while planting trees is an important initiative, it cannot be the only solution to combating climate change. Sustainable changes need to be made across various industries to truly make a difference in protecting our planet.