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CTV News
2 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Trees will be cut down at Sandowne Public School to make room for Elizabeth Ziegler students
The exterior of Sandowne Public School was photographed in Waterloo, Ont. on April 10, 2025. Several mature trees will soon be cut down as the Waterloo Region District School Board prepares for an influx of students at Sandowne Public School in Waterloo. Some students from Elizabeth Ziegler Public School will be moving to Sandowne for the next academic year due to structural issues at Elizabeth Ziegler. To make room for the growing student body, and the increased traffic that will come with the change, the school board confirmed they will be removing several trees on Sandowne's property. 'For every tree removed, the WRDSB will plant a minimum of two native replacement trees. These species will be selected based on their ability to thrive in our region and provide shade relatively quickly after planting,' the school board said in an email to CTV News Kitchener on Thursday. Some families have also raised concerns with the future of Sandowne's current outdoor learning space. 'While this space will be impacted by the changes, it is in need of renewal. Once the portables are installed and replacement trees are in place, our Facilities Services staff will collaborate with school staff and the community to recreate and enhance the outdoor learning area for students,' the email said.
The Independent
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Independent
Tree planting hits 20-year high in England but drops in Scotland, figures show
Tree planting rates have risen to a 20-year high in England, figures for this year show. But data has revealed a drop in UK-wide woodland creation from a 35-year high last year, due to a significant drop in planting in Scotland compared with 2024. The latest figures come after the Climate Change Committee welcomed increased tree planting rates – key to storing carbon as part of efforts to cut climate pollution to zero overall by 2050, known as net zero – but warned that cuts to funding for woodland creation in Scotland could slow progress. The area of woodland across the UK now stands at 3.29 million hectares, or around 14% of the country's total land area. In the planting season 2024/2025, more than 5,700 hectares of new woods were planted in England, 960 hectares in Wales, 8,470 in Scotland and 500 hectares in Northern Ireland, bringing the total area of new woods to just below 16,000 hectares, official data from the Forest Research agency shows. Nearly two-thirds (64%) of the planting was broadleaved trees, with the remainder conifers. While the figures for 2025 show the largest area of woodland created in England since 2003, planting in Scotland dropped significantly from 15,040 hectares in 2024 – the highest level since 1990. Figures for England also show 7,164 hectares of trees were planted overall, including nearly 1,400 hectares of trees outside woodland. Nature Minister Mary Creagh said: 'With this Government, tree planting rates in England are now at the highest level in over 20 years. 'We rapidly established a new Tree Planting Taskforce, announced the first of three new national forests and these figures show we are making good progress. 'There is much more to do – that is why we are investing over £800 million to plant trees across the country as part of our Plan for Change.' Forestry Commission chairman Sir William Worsley said: 'We are making considerable progress in increasing rates of tree-planting in England thanks to government investment and a significant amount of work alongside our partners and stakeholders across the country, including farmers and land managers. 'We currently import 80% of the timber we use, and supporting domestic timber production and tree nurseries will be vital to drive up tree-planting rates further as well as creating productive woodlands, caring for the woodlands we already have and further work with farmers to show that tree planting schemes can go hand-in-hand with food production.' The figures come after nature charity the Woodland Trust warned the UK needs to dramatically improve the condition and scale of woodlands to tackle wildlife loss, warning the quantity and variety of species was plummeting despite a slight rise in tree cover.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Tree planting hits 20-year high in England but drops in Scotland, figures show
Tree planting rates have risen to a 20-year high in England, figures for this year show. But data has revealed a drop in UK-wide woodland creation from a 35-year high last year, due to a significant drop in planting in Scotland compared with 2024. The latest figures come after the Climate Change Committee welcomed increased tree planting rates – key to storing carbon as part of efforts to cut climate pollution to zero overall by 2050, known as net zero – but warned that cuts to funding for woodland creation in Scotland could slow progress. The area of woodland across the UK now stands at 3.29 million hectares, or around 14% of the country's total land area. In the planting season 2024/2025, more than 5,700 hectares of new woods were planted in England, 960 hectares in Wales, 8,470 in Scotland and 500 hectares in Northern Ireland, bringing the total area of new woods to just below 16,000 hectares, official data from the Forest Research agency shows. Nearly two-thirds (64%) of the planting was broadleaved trees, with the remainder conifers. While the figures for 2025 show the largest area of woodland created in England since 2003, planting in Scotland dropped significantly from 15,040 hectares in 2024 – the highest level since 1990. Figures for England also show 7,164 hectares of trees were planted overall, including nearly 1,400 hectares of trees outside woodland. Nature Minister Mary Creagh said: 'With this Government, tree planting rates in England are now at the highest level in over 20 years. 'We rapidly established a new Tree Planting Taskforce, announced the first of three new national forests and these figures show we are making good progress. 'There is much more to do – that is why we are investing over £800 million to plant trees across the country as part of our Plan for Change.' Forestry Commission chairman Sir William Worsley said: 'We are making considerable progress in increasing rates of tree-planting in England thanks to government investment and a significant amount of work alongside our partners and stakeholders across the country, including farmers and land managers. 'We currently import 80% of the timber we use, and supporting domestic timber production and tree nurseries will be vital to drive up tree-planting rates further as well as creating productive woodlands, caring for the woodlands we already have and further work with farmers to show that tree planting schemes can go hand-in-hand with food production.' The figures come after nature charity the Woodland Trust warned the UK needs to dramatically improve the condition and scale of woodlands to tackle wildlife loss, warning the quantity and variety of species was plummeting despite a slight rise in tree cover.
Associated Press
6 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Volatus Aerospace Supports J.D. Irving, Limited's Vision for Drone-Powered Tree Planting in New Brunswick
VAUGHAN, Ontario, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volatus Aerospace Corp. (TSXV: FLT; OTCQB: TAKOF; FSE: A3DP5Y) is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) to advance Spring 2025 tree planting operations in New Brunswick. This initiative supports JDI's leadership in managing working forests by integrating advanced heavy-lift drone technology to enhance their efficiency, scalability and environmental impact. As part of the project, Volatus will provide a heavy-lift Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) capable of transporting seedlings and supplies to planting crews operating in remote and difficult-to-access terrain. All flight operations will be coordinated by Volatus' centralized Operations Control Centre (OCC) in Vaughan, Ontario, enabling real-time mission oversight and reduced environmental footprint compared to traditional ground logistics. 'Forestry is a critical pillar of Canada's economy and environmental stewardship,' said Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace. 'We are honoured to support JDI's long-standing commitment to well-managed working forests by contributing innovative drone logistics, training, and regulatory guidance to their Spring 2025 reforestation operations.' Ben Lane, Operations Manager, Tree Planting, states, 'At JDI we strive to make improvements to our operations, and we always focus on our people. We needed to find safer and more efficient ways to deliver seedlings to our planters and we think drones are the answer. It has been great working with Volatus to help make this initiative a reality.' JDI is a leader in planting trees nationally and has planted more than 1.1 billion trees since 1957. Following recent wildfire devastation, more than 5.3 billion seedlings are estimated to be needed to restore just 15% of damaged forests. Globally, the tree planting services market is expected to grow from $7.2 billion in 2023 to $12.5 billion by 2031, positioning Canada—and technologies like drone logistics—at the forefront of this expansion. Drone-based seedling delivery is a scalable, low-cost solution accelerating global tree planting and forestry operations. By combining AI, automation, and remote sensing, drones enable high-volume planting in remote terrain with minimal environmental impact—aligning with sustainability priorities while creating long-term value in the growing carbon market. Volatus invites investors and stakeholders interested in the economic, environmental, and technological opportunities of drone-enabled tree planting and reforestation to request our in-depth white paper on this subject by emailing the contact listed in the information section below. The initial deployment will include: This collaboration reflects JDI's forward-looking approach to managing working forests and Volatus' commitment to supporting client-led innovation through cutting-edge aerial solutions. The companies will also explore joint marketing opportunities to share the success of this initiative and encourage broader adoption of drone-based tree planting methods. About Volatus Aerospace Volatus Aerospace is a leading provider of integrated aerial intelligence and logistics solutions, serving clients across North America and internationally. Through a combination of drone, piloted aircraft, and data analytics services, Volatus supports industries including public safety, healthcare, energy, agriculture, and environmental management. About J.D. Irving, Limited Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) is a private, family-owned company headquartered in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. With operations spanning forestry, transportation, shipbuilding, agriculture, consumer products, and more, JDI is deeply rooted in sustainable business practices. The company is one of North America's largest private landowners, a leader in science-based forest management, and producer of high-quality forest products. JDI is committed to responsible land stewardship, investing in innovation and partnerships that support healthy forests, strong communities, and a sustainable future. Forward-Looking Information This news release contains statements that constitute 'forward-looking information' and 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including statements regarding the plans, intentions, beliefs, and current expectations of the Company with respect to future business activities and operating performance. 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Arab News
20-06-2025
- General
- Arab News
Taif Municipality launches tree-planting initiative
RIYADH: Taif Municipality launched the 'Neighborhood Friends' initiative to establish a volunteer team to plant trees around housing units in the Taif governorate and identify the needs of occupants, the Saudi Press Agency reported. According to SPA, the initiative aims to enhance communication with beneficiaries of developmental housing, identify the units' issues, engage volunteers in tree planting, activate professional volunteering, encourage individual participation, and acknowledge the importance of social responsibility in serving the community. Engineers and specialists are also involved in this project. The mayor of Taif, Abdullah bin Khamis Al-Zaidi, affirmed that the municipality will help everyone meet the development needs of their neighborhoods. He also pointed out that this initiative is a pivotal intersection between community engagement and urban development, as it represents a collaborative process in which residents and other stakeholders work together to create a shared vision for their neighborhood's future.
