Urban Tree Revival Initiative

International Day of Forests 2026🌍

Today, we celebrate the International Day of Forests 2026. This year’s theme, **“Forests and Economies,”** invites us once again to see that forests are more than just a collection of trees.

It is time to recognize that **nature is our greatest capital**. From providing food, wood, medicine, pulp and paper, to numerous biochemical raw materials that drive global trade, forests are the backbone of both our survival and our economies.

However, viewing forests through a narrow economic lens risks overlooking the many other vital services they provide. Forests regulate our air, support biodiversity, offer spaces for recreation, sustain livelihoods, preserve culture and heritage, and remain pillars of climate stability.

At Urban Tree Revival Initiative (UTRI), we believe that a healthy economy cannot exist on a dying planet. It is time to shift from exploitation to restoration.

From rural communities to global industries, the question remains: how do we balance the scales?

1️⃣ By championing the sustainable use of forest resources
2️⃣ By committing to reforestation in both urban and rural landscapes

🌱Join the conversation: What’s your favourite forest-based product? (Medicine, coffee, wood, etc.)

We would like bring it to your notice the full details about the our upcoming "Adopt a Tree project" 

This project is intended to establish a park and recreational center in our newly acquired one acre land property Ilara-Mokin, Ondo state Nigeria which will be a pilot initiative aimed at creating a network of larger parks across all 36 states of Nigeria.

This park will feature the planting of 500 Indigenous fruit trees, promote agroforestry and act as a hub for environmental sustainability education and other eco-friendly initiatives.

During the early stage of tree growth, we will empower female farmers and grant them access to plant arable crops like yam, maize, and vegetables etc. in the spaces between our trees creating an system until canopy closure.

While at the same time these female farmers help us to nurture our trees and maintain the place from getting weedy.

This will provide immediate income opportunities for the farmers to alleviate poverty and build their capacity and resilience to the changing weather patterns.

Dear Mrs. Yemisi Onadipe,

Happy Birthday! 🎉

On behalf of the entire Urban Tree Revival team, I want to extend our warmest wishes to you on your special day. As the Media Lead for our Lagos team, your dedication and passion for climate education and tree planting have been truly inspiring.

May your birthday be filled with joy, love, and wonderful memories. Here’s to another year of making a positive impact together!

Cheers

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