If you think for the next year, plant a seed.
If you think for the next ten years, plant a tree.
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The wise sentence above is a Chinese proverb that has existed since 500 years before Christ. In the past, it turned out that people were said to have been very aware of the importance of a tree. This is arguably ironic, because at that time, the number of trees covering the surface of the earth was relatively more than now. Also, the level of development that causes pollution is still not as high as now. However, the existence of a tree is well aware of its benefits, reflected in the wise words above. We can think about it. What happens if we apply the Chinese proverb from the past since the ancestral nation used until now. Maybe we don't feel Jakarta this hot. Or
there is no Global Warming that has hit the world.
Let us reflect a little. Why is a tree so important that it is seen as "enough stock" to live for the next ten years? The answer is none other than not because a tree can provide many benefits. In the past, trees were the providers of shade, food, and firewood for humans. Now, in a time when life forms are more complex, the role of trees also increases. Here are some reasons why trees are very beneficial for human life.
1. Reducing the greenhouse effect. The greenhouse effect is caused by pollutants of carbon dioxide (CO2) gases which escape into the air and accumulate and accumulate in the atmosphere. A tree is a greedy "glutton" of CO2. So, if there are no trees you can imagine where pollutant gas is piled up and cause new problems.
2. Trees planted around your house will give a positive sense that is immediately felt like improving the quality of ground water. Trees reduce run-off, because the roots absorb the water that falls to the ground. More water absorbed into the soil means more opportunities to improve the quality and quantity of groundwater. This also reduces the contamination of ground water by chemicals in the soil surface.
3. Trees clean the air we breathe. Dust particles, CO, SO2, and other pollutants will be absorbed by plants so that we can breathe better quality air. Fresh air is filtered air so that we get healthy and safe air.
4. Dry and hot air can be overcome by planting trees. Trees will increase atmospheric humidity and ultimately reduce water consumption (for example to water plants).
5. Reducing soil erosion, especially on sloping land. When the rain falls, the tree roots will absorb water. If there is nothing to absorb, the water flowing on the surface will bring along the soil layer, especially the fertile topsoil.
6. If taken into account as a whole, the trees that grow in a city can definitely "cool and cool" the city. Look at cities that have heat islands whose temperatures are 5-9 degrees higher than sub-urban areas. And every year, cities tend to expand to suburban areas. Thus the heat island created over time gets bigger and wider. Particularly large trees with large corals can cool the city through its canopy shadows and evapotransipation processes that release water vapor into the air.
7. Shady trees planted near water bodies prevent siltation and narrowing of water bodies.
8. The urban conditions that look shabby and arid can be improved by planting green trees and making a beautiful and cool city park.
9. Green and shady trees can eliminate and reduce the effects of stress on the surrounding population, as well as people who just pass or stop for a while. Or when you are tired of working all day, of course it is very comfortable if you arrive at home we are greeted by the green beautiful garden.
10. The condition of the earth is getting hotter, apparently also influences the temperament of people who are getting harder and more brutal. This is especially true in urban areas that do have fewer trees and green areas. Trees can provide a cooler, more comfortable and relaxed environment. This condition will psychologically help "cool" the temperament and character of a typical urban human.
11. The activity of planting trees and shrubs will significantly reduce noise pollution, especially for homes located on the edge of a busy highway. The impact can be felt immediately.
12. Trees planted around us also have the potential to produce
