A Practical Guide for Companies

Tree planting is no longer just a symbolic act; it is a measurable way for companies to demonstrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) responsibility. Integrating it into ESG strategy requires clarity, accountability, and alignment with broader sustainability goals. Three major contributions of tree planting to ESG are:

1. Tree planting strengthens the Environmental pillar of ESG.
It supports carbon sequestration, enhances biodiversity, improves soil and water quality, and aligns with net-zero commitments and science-based targets.

2. Tree planting advances Social impact.
It creates jobs in local communities, supports smallholder farmers and indigenous groups, and provides opportunities for education and employee engagement through volunteer programs.

3. Tree planting reinforces Governance.
It requires transparent reporting, credible partnerships, measurable targets, and robust monitoring to avoid greenwashing and ensure long-term impact.

How To Integrate Tree Planting into ESG?

Assessing your company’s goals.
Tailor tree planting initiatives to a focus. Whether your company is focused on emissions reduction, community development, or alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Choosing the right model is crucial.
Options that we offer includes but are not limited to large-scale reforestation, urban tree planting, agroforestry projects with farmers e.t.c. Each approach offers different environmental and social benefits.

Partnerships add credibility.
After choosing the right model, we also ensure that projects are verifiable, transparent, and impactful by working with certified programs, carbon registries and recognized NGOs.

Impact must be measurable.
Set targets such as the number of trees planted, hectares restored, CO₂ absorbed, or livelihoods supported, and embed these goals into their ESG reporting cycle. We also ensure that your targets aligns with your company goals.

Tree planting should become part of corporate culture.
Employee volunteer days, sustainability campaigns, and customer engagement programs transform tree planting into a shared purpose, not just a corporate initiative.

Success depends on responsible implementation.
Survival rates of trees matter more than numbers planted. Biodiversity must be prioritized over monoculture plantations. We help with long-term monitoring and independent verification are essential to demonstrate real impact.

Transparent communication builds trust.
Companies should report tree-planting initiatives in line with ESG frameworks. Also use storytelling to connect with customers, investors, and employees. Digital tools like satellite monitoring which we offer and blockchain could strengthen accountability.

Tree planting directly contributes to global goals.
Tie tree planting to sustainable development goals. For example, does your company actively support SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 15 (Life on Land), and related sustainability commitments.