In a monumental achievement for global reforestation and climate action, the founder Jimi Cohen of TreeGens has officially broken the Guinness World Record for the most trees planted in a single day by one person, 30,469 mangrove trees. The event, which took place in Shimoni, Kenya, saw the planting of Jimi Cohen trees within 24 hours, surpassing the previous record of 23,060 trees in 24 hours by Canadian environmentalist Antoine Moses.

Jimi Cohen, Founder of Treegens, winning the Guinness World Record for most trees planted in a single day (Image Source: Guinness World Records)

The Business of Tree Planting: A Multi-Billion Dollar Industry for Decarbonization

The global tree-planting industry has evolved from grassroots conservation initiatives into a multi-billion-dollar sector driven by corporate carbon offset programs, government initiatives, and private sustainability investments. With the voluntary carbon credit market expected to grow to $250 billion by 2050, tree-planting efforts are now seen as a key mechanism in corporate decarbonization strategies.

Key Market Insights on Tree Planting for Carbon Sequestration:

• Carbon Markets & Reforestation: Afforestation and reforestation projects account for a significant share of nature-based carbon offset credits, valued at $6 billion in 2024, with projections to quadruple by 2030.
• Corporate Demand for Offsets: Major corporations, including Microsoft, Shell, and Amazon, have invested hundreds of millions of dollars in large-scale tree planting initiatives to neutralize emissions and comply with net-zero commitments.
• Government Commitments: Countries like China, India, Brazil, and the United States have pledged billions of dollars toward tree-planting projects under global climate agreements. For instance, China’s ‘Great Green Wall’ project aims to plant 100 billion trees by 2050.
• Technological Innovation: The rise of drone-based tree planting, AI-driven reforestation, and blockchain-backed carbon tracking is accelerating the industry’s efficiency and transparency.

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About TreeGens: Scaling Impact for a Greener Future

TreeGens is bringing a fresh, innovative, and transparent approach to the reforestation and carbon sequestration industry, leveraging Web3 technology and large-scale mobilization to restore forests, capture carbon, and drive sustainable economic growth. The company collaborates with governments, businesses, and NGOs to implement high-impact reforestation programs worldwide.

Key Highlights of TreeGens’ Mission and Approach:

• Mass-Scale Reforestation: TreeGens has planted over 30,000 trees across multiple continents, focusing on degraded lands, urban afforestation, and biodiversity restoration.
• Advanced Planting Techniques: Utilizing AI, drones, and soil analytics, TreeGens maximizes tree survival rates while reducing planting costs and labor efforts.
• Carbon Offset Solutions: TreeGens provides verifiable carbon credits for corporations looking to meet ESG and net-zero goals, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Community-Driven Impact: The company actively involves local communities and indigenous groups, creating jobs and fostering sustainable land stewardship.

The Future of Tree Planting & Decarbonization

As governments and industries accelerate their net-zero commitments, large-scale innovations to tackle reforestation initiatives like those led by TreeGens will play an increasingly critical role in shaping the future of sustainable development and carbon reduction. 

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