Nk’Mip Forestry Advances Large-scale Planting Through The 2 Billion Trees Program

Saudi ministry highlights tree planting to combat summer heat

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has highlighted tree planting as one of the most effective natural solutions for mitigating high summer temperatures, citing its role in cooling urban areas, improving air quality and supporting environmental sustainability.The ministry said trees help lower temperatures by providing shade, reducing heat absorption by roads and buildings, and releasing water vapor through tra…

Nk’Mip Forestry Advances Large-scale Planting Through The 2 Billion Trees Program

Nk’Mip Forestry, with support from Siya Forestry, is continuing large-scale planting work across Osoyoos Indian Band (OIB) territory through the federal 2 Billion Trees Program. The project, supported by the Government of Canada, focuses on planting trees and native vegetation in areas affected by wildfire and other disturbances. In 2026 alone, more than 900,000 trees and native plants were planted across the land as part of the project. “Health…