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In his new book, The Great Tree Story, the British explorer, author and photographer Levison Wood explores the profound influence forests have had on our planet and civilisation from their vital role in our past to their importance for our future

A new Exeter University study argues that in conditions of extreme climate uncertainty, the rewards of tree planting outweigh the risks.

Test your knowledge on the theme of trees

When France banned pesticides in cemeteries, Head Curator or the Ivry Cemetery, on the fringes of Paris, Benoît Gallot was sceptical. But the difference inspired a whole new way of life.

Like many women in her community, Vivian Chepkemoi struggled to grow enough food for her family. Prolonged droughts and dry conditions meant there was never much to show for her toil. But training on dryland farming techniques is proving transformational.

Travel should create memories, not a massive carbon footprint. Read our 10 thoughtful tweaks to make your trip greener and more considerate to the planet.

In the hills of Western Uganda, climate change is more than just a global concern, it's a daily reality. For communities already grappling with economic hardship, the added pressure of landslides, floods and erratic rainfall makes survival even more difficult. And for people living with disabilities, these challenges are magnified.

In the dry, rugged landscapes of northern Kenya the Pokot community faces deep-rooted challenges of gender inequality and environmental degradation. But Caroline Menach is leading a movement to change landscapes and lives.

From the slopes of Uganda to a barn in north Yorkshire, journalist Lucy Denyer explores the journey of coffee.

At an animal rehoming site, one of Oxfordshire’s largest community tree planting projects entered its final phase, bringing together over 350 local volunteers to plant around 10,000 native trees at the Blue Cross in West Oxfordshire, UK

In a time when urban expansion often takes priority over green spaces, it’s not every day you hear about a local council choosing nature over profit. Yet, in the heart of Ealing, within the boundaries of the M25, an extraordinary project is taking root – literally.

In Kenya there are 1,100 native tree species, of which 10% are threatened with extinction. So we’re working with local communities to ensure that none of these precious trees go extinct.

Dorothy Naitore, a passionate environmentalist from Meru, Kenya, is leading efforts to restore degraded forests and promote sustainable living.

School children are growing up in a climate crisis, surrounded by news of rising temperatures, droughts, floods, and disappearing wildlife. But when they plant trees, they become environmentalists, working to create a greener future.

The River Lhubiriha is crucial for Ugandan communities, but it's struggling against the pressures of farming and deforestation. Communities have mobilised to protect this precious waterway.

The women of Uganda share their stories of change, hope and empowerment.

Marginalised women, people with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples. These are the groups society forgets, but they are amazing agents of change in the fight against the climate crisis!

It was a privilege to see Tom Lupton appointed as the new Chair of ITF on Thursday 13th June.

This week, at our office in Oxford we sorted though our post to find an envelope from Buckingham palace. We were delighted that inside was a letter with wonderful news.

“The biggest challenge here is charcoal burning,” explains Eliza Apolo. “People cut the trees carelessly because they have no money to take their children to school or even to buy food for their homes.” But things are changing in this community.