I am a Visitor to USA , TREE-LOVERfrom INDIA.Can i join your group? M. SUNDARARAMAN?

Question

A tree is worth $196,250.00, according to Professor T.M. Das of the University of Calcutta. presently in Michigan. A tree living for 50 years will generate $31,250 worth of oxygen, provide $62,000 worth of air pollution control, control soil erosion and increase soil fertility to the tune of $31,250, recycle $37,500 worth of water and provide a home for animals worth $31,250. This figure does not include the value of the fruits, lumber or the beauty derived from the presence of trees. Just another sensible reason to take care of our trees and participate in Arbor Day planting programs locally.”

In short, trees are good for the soul, good for the ecology, and good for the economy

ThisInformation is what I have noticed outside the Butterfly Enclosure in Singapore Zoo,

Answer 1

I am going to plant a tree, and that should offset my carbon footprint for many year to come.  Now I can go purchase that Hummer without guilt.

Answer 2

No, we do not like expensive trees

Answer 3

Welcome.  That is an intersting tidbit to learn.  I always like being able to see the real economic value of the environment so I can use it when talking to others about metrics and value.