Government tree planting meets less than half its annual targets, despite the growing demands on UK woodland for net zero

Wednesday, 19 July 2023 00:01

Woodland creation is critical for the UK meeting net zero by 2050. While the Government’s tree planting targets are welcome, the Environmental Audit Committee concludes it is extremely unlikely that they will be met with only two autumn through spring planting seasons to go to meet the Government’s March 2025 deadline. Woodland creation is integral to delivering many of the Government’s sustainability goals, including achievement of its net zero and nature restoration...Request free trial