CAMPAIGN FOR PUBLIC AWARENESS FOR TREE

PLANTATION

ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY

SCHEME OF PRESENTATION

1. Introduction / Earth Day

2. Importance/Benefits of Trees

3. Types/ Sorts Of Trees

4. How to Plant a Tree?

INTRODUCTION

VISION

Creating a pleasant and cool Environment in Pakistan

To prevent the Environment from Toxic Gases;

contributing towards a healthy and balanced environment to realize the dream of a moderate, progressive and prosperous

Pakistan.

MISSION STATEMENT

Building a critical mass of human capital, participating in tree planting;

through provision of equitable opportunities to less greenery but

economically developed areas in Pakistan.

• Each year, Earth Day -- April 22 -- marks the anniversary of what many consider the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970.

• The idea came to Earth Day founder Gaylord Nelson, then a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin

• Senator Nelson announced the idea for a “national teach-in on the environment” to the national media.

• Hayes built a national staff of 85 to promote events across the land.

EARTH DAY: THE HISTORY OF

A MOVEMENT

IMPORTANCE/BENEFITS OF

TREES

Trees Combat the Greenhouse Effect

Trees Clean the Air

Trees Provide Oxygen

Trees Cool the Streets and the City

Trees Conserve Energy

Trees help to Prevent Water Pollution

IMPORTANCE/BENEFITS OF

TREES

Trees help to Prevent Soil Erosion

Trees Shield Children from Ultra-Violet Rays

Trees Provide Food

Trees Heal

Trees Create Economic Opportunities

Trees Mark the Seasons

TO MAXIMIZE ENERGY

SAVINGS

TYPES/SORTS OF TREES

Kair, Karir Deodar

Vann Morinda Spruce

Catechu Chilgoza

Phulai Chir Pine

Babul Blue Pine

Sheesham Chenar, Chinar

Jand (Punjabi), Kandi (Sindhi) Peepul

White Mangrove White Mulberry

Populus Neem

Drooping Juniper Silver Fir

PLANTATION STRUCTURE

What size tree?

Chose the Right Place

Plant the Right Way

Chose the RightTree

How to Care for a Tree?

CHOSE THE RIGHT TREE

Evergreen or Deciduous:Evergreen trees keep leaves all year. They are good trees for privacy, wind breaks and hot areas. Plant them on the north side of your home.Because provide shade in the summer and warmth in the winter when the sun can shine through.

WHAT SIZE TREE?

Short and wide trees: Grow up to 25 feet tall and 40 feet wide.

Short and skinny trees: Grow up to 25 feet tall and about 20 feet wide.

Medium and wide trees: Grow 25 to 45 feet tall and 40 feet wide.

Medium and skinny trees: Grow 25 to 45 feet tall and about 20 feet wide.

Tall and wide trees: Grow higher than 45 feet tall and 40 feet wide.

SUITABLE TREES

Evergreen or Deciduous

Peepul, Neem, Vann

Phulai, Sheesham, Jand

Chenar, Peepul, Neem

CHOSE THE RIGHT PLACE

• Where is there the most sun exposure?

• Where else should I consider placing trees?

• How much room do I have?

• Where are utilities located?

PLANT THE RIGHT WAY

Dig in! Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and slightly shallower than the root ball.

Roughen the Soil: If your planting hole has slick

sides, roughen the sides and bottom with a pick or shovel.

Remove the Container: Be gentle but firm when removing the container from your tree. Making sure to protect the foliage, lay the tree on its side with the container end near the planting hole.

PLANT THE RIGHT WAY

Separate the Roots

Don’t bury ( )

the Trunk

Orient the Tree

Make sure it's

Upright

Give your soil a

Boost

Pack the Soil

Water!

Stake

Mulch

You've planted a tree...fantastic!What do you need to do next?

HOW TO CARE FOR A TREE?

• Weed Pull (• Check the Stake• Check the Ties• Mulch• Water

UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION

LAHORE (OKARA CAMPUS)

PRESENTERS

SABIR ALI SIDDIQUE

MUHAMMAD SALMAN

RAI NAWAZISH ALI

TARIQ ALI

BS (H) CHEMISTRY (2011-15)

THANK YOU