For
Trees absorb carbon and support ecosystems.
Against
It is too slow and cannot replace cutting emissions from industry.
Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.
“Trees are one of the best natural carbon sinks we have.”
“Planting trees is incredibly valuable, for biodiversity, soil, water cycles, and carbon storage.”
“But doing only this is not enough to prevent climate change.”
“If planting trees could solve this, Saudi Arabia would be covered with trees from end to end.”