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UN Honors Milan's Reforestation Drive
29 Oct
Summary
- Milan will plant three million trees and shrubs in four years.
- Project earned UN World Restoration Flagship status.
- Nearly 640,000 trees planted since 2019.
Milan, once ranked among the world's most polluted cities, is embarking on an extensive greening initiative. Over the next four years, the city plans to introduce three million new trees and shrubs, enhancing air quality and resident well-being. This effort builds on the success of the Fondazione Forestami project, which began in 2019 and has already planted close to 640,000 trees.
The urban reforestation program has earned Milan the prestigious title of a UN World Restoration Flagship. This accolade acknowledges the city's commitment to reintroducing nature into a densely populated and industrialized metropolitan area. The initiative aims to restore approximately 350 football pitches' worth of degraded urban land.
Globally, the UN is highlighting ecosystem restoration efforts. While 252 million hectares across 149 countries are currently being restored, progress needs to accelerate to meet the 2030 targets. Milan's recognition underscores the importance of such large-scale projects in the fight against environmental degradation and climate change.
