Project Overview
Our project aims to create a positive social and environmental impact in the urban community of Usmanpur, Delhi through a large-scale tree sapling plantation initiative. This initiative will contribute to improving local environmental conditions while engaging the community and empowering them to participate in sustainable practices. The project also promotes community well-being and fosters a sense of collective responsibility by addressing environmental conservation, improving air quality, and enhancing green spaces.
Rationale for the Project
Biodiversity Enhancement: The trees planted as part of the project will provide food and shelter for insects, bees, small animals, and birds. This will help enhance biodiversity in the area and contribute to the ecological balance of the region.
Planting Trees: The primary goal of the project is to plant 3,000 native and fruit-bearing trees in and around the Usmanpur community. These trees are strategically chosen to improve air quality by absorbing pollutants, reducing carbon dioxide levels, and lowering the urban heat island effect. In addition to environmental benefits, the trees will provide shade, aesthetic value, and long-term ecological stability. By enhancing green spaces, the project aims to create healthier living conditions for residents while also contributing to overall urban sustainability. The initiative will help mitigate the adverse effects of pollution and climate change, improving the quality of life for the local community.
Selection of Local Tree
The tree species selected for this project have been carefully chosen for their adaptability to the urban environment and their ability to improve air quality. These species are known for their air-purifying qualities, helping to absorb pollutants and reduce carbon levels, while contributing to the overall ecological balance of the area. The selected tree species include:
- Salix (Willow): Known for its fast growth and ability to absorb large amounts of carbon dioxide, it also helps in controlling air pollution.
- Arjun (Terminalia arjuna): A resilient tree with medicinal properties that contributes to improving air quality and provides shade.
- Balam-Kheera (Cucumis callosus): Helps in enhancing green cover and contributes to air purification by absorbing dust particles.
- Seesam (Dalbergia sissoo): A hardwood tree that not only supports biodiversity but also absorbs harmful gases, contributing to cleaner air.
- Papri—Khanji (Holoptelea integrifolia): Helps reduce the urban heat island effect and plays a role in filtering pollutants from the atmosphere.
- Jamun (Syzygium cumini): Known for its fruit-bearing properties, it helps in carbon sequestration and improving the local microclimate.