For each 1 item of detergent purchased, we can plant a tree in
India
• Nurturing Nature's Heritage •
Ranging from the Indian Ocean to the Himalayas, from the Bay of Bengal to the Indus River, India's forests reflect the subcontinent's great diversity of communities & ecosystems.
With your help, we will:
Why we do it
India is a vast land full of contrasts. Moist and dry tropical forests, temperate and subtropical montane forests, alpine forests and mangrove forests are all found here. Recognized as one of the 17 “megadiverse” countries, around 8% of the world's flora and fauna is found in India, including species like Bengal Tigers. With nearly 3,000, India supports the largest population globally. Additionally, India's forests support the livelihoods of almost 275 million people. With sustainable agroforestry, countless communities can enjoy the environmental benefit of trees alongside the economic value of smallholder farming to make lasting and meaningful impact.
Impact
India is home to a stunning variety of ecosystems, from tropical and alpine forests to mangroves, and supports 8% of the world’s flora and fauna, including Bengal Tigers. Forests here also provide livelihoods for nearly 275 million people. By purchasing our detergent, you’re helping fund sustainable agroforestry, which not only restores vital ecosystems but also supports smallholder farmers. With each pack sold, we contribute to reforestation that benefits both the environment and local communities, making a lasting impact on India’s diverse landscapes.
What You Get
A personalized tree certificate (see gallery) to say thanks for your donation. We'll also send you reports on our India project, so you can track the impact your trees are having on the community and environment.
Tree Species
The species we are currently planting across India include fruit trees such as apricot, mango, banana, guava, jackfruit, lemon, moringa, lemon, papaya, pear, peach, pomegranate and many more. Moringa, papaya, and banana grow quickly and will provide food and fruit within 8-10 months of planting. Species like lemon, guava, apricot, pear, peach, and jujubes produce fruit within 3 years, but will ultimately provide a steady supply of food and income to small farmers in the long term.
ABOUT INDIA
Despite the importance of India's diverse forests for ecosystem services, wildlife and the livelihoods of millions of people, forests have been severely depleted across the country. A huge push for economic development in the last decade has seen a rise in industrial projects, at the expense of forests and forest lands. According to government data, 14,000 square kilometres of forests were cleared to make way for thousands of industrial projects over the past 30 years.
Today less than a quarter of the countries' geographic area is under forest cover. However, India's forest cover is slowly rebounding. The government has pledged to several commitments to restoring deforested and degraded landscapes, such as the Bonn Challenge. Furthermore, India is increasingly focusing on incorporating local communities into forest management. Given the livelihood benefits forests provide local communities this is good news in the push to get more trees in the ground and green India.
Why plant in India?
Why plant with us?
Trees planted with OTP, ensuring top sustainability standards.
Order detergent, plant a tree. Eco-friendly, biodegradable, recyclable, now carbon negative.
Periodic reports via email & social media. Get progress updates via email and social media.
Wildlife protection. Protecting habitats and diverse species.
Trees for a healthier planet and climate resilience.
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TREE PLANTING FAQ
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How does EcoWorthWash plant trees?
For each item sold, we donate $1 to our partner, One Tree Planted.
We donate quarterly, and you receive a certificate from our partner to prove the trees have been planted.
Where are my trees planted?
Use the tree menu next to the cart icon to select where you want your trees to be planted.
If you can't choose, simply choose "Where they're needed most"
Some locations take more than 1 detergent to sap
Some regions, for example Australia, have an increased cost per tree. In these situations, we require 2 or 3 detergent packs to be purchased to plant once in that location.
For a full list of tree costs, see /pages/locations/all
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