There’s something about January that makes us want to start fresh. We join gyms, declutter wardrobes, and promise ourselves we’ll finally learn a new language. Many of us also resolve to live more sustainably. But then, we feel immediately overwhelmed by the sheer volume of…
As we work together to restore forests and combat climate change, it’s important to pause and celebrate the progress being made around the world. While challenges remain, 2025 has brought us remarkable milestones that prove collective action works. Here are ten pieces of positive climate…
The Christmas tree is one of the most recognisable symbols of the holiday season. This tradition has a complex history spanning centuries, involving ancient beliefs, medieval theatre, royal influence, and modern commercial development. Understanding the Christmas tree’s evolution from religious symbol to agricultural industry provides…
When you plant a tree, you’re doing more than putting roots into dirt. You’re connecting that tree to one of Earth’s most complex and vital ecosystems. Soil is the foundation of successful tree planting, and understanding it can mean the difference between a thriving forest…
On December 26, 2004, one of the deadliest tsunamis in history crashed into the coastlines of the Indian Ocean, claiming over 230,000 human lives. Yet amid the devastating aftermath, wildlife officials in Sri Lanka made a startling discovery: at Yala National Park, which is home…
The forest floor cracks under relentless summer heat. Leaves curl inward, conserving what little moisture remains. To the casual observer, the woodland appears silent. But beneath the surface, an urgent conversation is taking place. It’s a sophisticated emergency response system that transforms individual trees into…
When it comes to fighting climate change with forests, it’s easy to think all trees are equal. This thinking has led to simple approaches that focus on tree numbers rather than the complexity of the forest. However, science tells a different story: old-growth forests and…
I recently came across the fascinating book “Nature and the Mind” by Marc Berman, which inspired me to write this blog. Hope you like it. Introduction: The Brain on Nature In recent years, science has revealed that the environment in which we live doesn’t just…
Environmental leadership has evolved from a nice-to-have corporate social responsibility checkbox into a business imperative that directly impacts your bottom line, talent retention, and competitive advantage. Today’s executives face a simple choice: lead on environmental issues or watch competitors capture the benefits of sustainability while you…
HONG KONG – August 7, 2025 – EcoMatcher today unveiled a significant upgrade to its award-winning TreeCard system, part of the TreeManager toolkit. The update introduces the TreeCard Mini – a business card-sized version of the popular TreeCard – alongside new corporate templates and enhanced digital…
Your weather app can tell you with remarkable accuracy whether it will rain tomorrow, but it becomes useless when you’re trying to decide what tree species will thrive in your region 25 years from now. This reflects a fundamental difference between weather forecasting and climate…
Dubai, Hong Kong – July 10, 2025 – EcoMatcher, the world’s leading platform for transparent and engaging tree planting, is proud to announce the launch of EcoMatcher Middle East, a major step in its mission to accelerate global reforestation and climate action. EcoMatcher Middle East will…
