EcoTab & One Tree Planted: How Each New Tab Can Help the Planet

If you could contribute to environmental causes every time you opened a new tab on your browser, would you? Thanks to a partnership between One Tree Planted and EcoTab, this idea is now a reality. Here’s how these two organizations are using technology and a love for nature to make a huge environmental impact — and how you can be a part of it just by browsing the web.

Meet One Tree Planted: Rebuilding Forests, One Tree at a Time

Founded in 2014, One Tree Planted is a nonprofit dedicated to reforestation. Trees play a huge role in our ecosystem — they absorb carbon dioxide, clean the air, support biodiversity, and even improve local economies by providing jobs. Since it began, here’s what One Tree Planted has achieved:

• Trees Planted: Over 135.5 million trees
• Countries Impacted: 82 countries worldwide
• Collaborative Partners: 378 partners working in ecosystems around the globe

Why Trees?
Forests are crucial in the fight against climate change. Trees absorb carbon dioxide — a major contributor to global warming — and produce oxygen. They also prevent soil erosion, keep our rivers and streams clean, and provide habitat to 80% of the world’s terrestrial wildlife. One Tree Planted’s mission is straightforward: for every dollar donated, they plant a tree. This means anyone can contribute to reforestation efforts, and in turn, help tackle the climate crisis, protect wildlife, and support local economies.

Fact: A single mature tree can absorb about 48 pounds of CO₂ per year, equivalent to the emissions from driving a car 26,000 miles over 40 years.

Introducing EcoTab: Browsing with a Purpose

EcoTab is a simple, effective tool that turns your everyday browsing into a force for good. This Chrome extension transforms each new tab you open into a productivity dashboard, complete with features like to-do lists, notes, and reminders. But that’s not all — EcoTab donates a portion of its advertising revenue to environmental causes.

How It Works

1. Ad Revenue: Every time you open a new tab, EcoTab earns a bit of revenue through ads and affiliate links.
2. Environmental Donation: A portion of this revenue is donated to environmental initiatives like renewable energy, carbon capture, and, of course, reforestation through One Tree Planted.

How This Partnership Benefits the Planet

The environmental benefits of this partnership are immense. Let’s look at a few key areas where reforestation has a big impact:

• Climate Change Mitigation: Each tree planted absorbs carbon, helping to reduce the amount of CO₂ in the atmosphere. With thousands of trees planted each month, this partnership contributes to carbon offset on a global scale.
• Impact Example: In 2021, One Tree Planted helped sequester over 12,000 metric tons of CO₂ through their reforestation projects, the equivalent of taking about 2,600 cars off the road for a year.
• Protecting Biodiversity: Forests are home to 80% of terrestrial animals, plants, and insects. By restoring forests, the partnership between EcoTab and One Tree Planted helps protect endangered species and critical habitats.
• Species Supported: Reforestation efforts have supported species like the orangutan in Southeast Asia, jaguars in South America, and gray wolves in North America, helping to restore their natural habitats.
• Water and Soil Health: Trees improve water quality and reduce soil erosion, both essential for agriculture and human health. By supporting reforestation, EcoTab users are indirectly helping to keep water clean and soil rich for communities that depend on these resources.

How You Can Get Involved

Joining this eco-friendly movement is as easy as installing the EcoTab Chrome extension. Here’s a step-by-step guide to start making a positive impact today:

1. Download EcoTab: Simply add EcoTab to your Chrome browser. It’s free, and you’ll immediately start supporting reforestation.
2. Spread the Word: The more people who use EcoTab, the greater the impact. Share the extension with friends, family, and coworkers to maximize the environmental benefits.
3. Stay Informed: Follow One Tree Planted and EcoTab on social media or check out their updates. They often share stories of reforestation efforts, showing the exact areas where trees are being planted and the impact on local communities and wildlife.