In Memory of Duo, Our Beloved Green Owl
On February 11th, we received some heartbreaking news — our cherished green owl, Duo, had passed away 🙁
While we're still learning about the cause of his loss, it’s a stark reminder that millions of birds are losing their homes due to deforestation every year.
At Plant-for-the-Planet, we cherish nature and hold dear the memories of Duo who helped us in so many ways, including language learning. In honor of him, we're inviting you to take action.
🌳 Plant a Tree for Duo
To celebrate Duo's life and help protect bird habitats:
- Select an Owl-Friendly Forest : Choose from five special forests dedicated to protecting owl habitats.
- Make Your Impact : Every donation goes 100% directly into tree-planting projects, with no commission taken by the Plant-for-the-Planet Foundation.
What’s this about?
We're honoring Duo, our beloved green owl who recently passed away. While the cause of his loss is unknown, it underscores the broader issue of deforestation impacting millions of birds. In memory of Duo and to support owl habitats, we’re inviting you to plant trees in five specially selected forests. 100% of your donations will go directly towards these tree-planting projects.
Let’s turn our love for Duo into action by protecting bird homes! 🦉
5 chosen planting projects
Plant-for-Ghana – Ghana
Plant-for-Ghana is a pioneer reforestation project that aims to restore 10 million local tree species in the Northern Savannah Ecological Zone of Ghana, while contributing to the creation of green jobs in rural areas, raising awareness on biodiversity among the local people and creating sustainable sources of income for many families in said zone. Additionally, it serves as a research ground for partner universities to provide students with field experience.
Find out more here.
€2.00 per tree
The Heart of the World – Colombia
Jaguar Siembra is a community regenerative agriculture project by indigenous people in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia. With your donation, they restore forests, preserve nature and provide food security for the indigenous communities. Additionally, their mission is to preserve water supply and support the creation of a natural biodiverse reserve in a special place called The Heart Of The World.
Find out more here.
€3.00 per tree
Plant-for-Ethiopia – Ethiopia
Plant-for-Ethiopia is part of Plant-Together; a collaboration between Plant-for-the-Planet and local Tree Planting Organisations. With your donation, a sustainable forestry management system, as well as a vocational training programme for youth, will be developed. In doing so, it provides a huge contribution to local welfare and prosperity and creates a source of materials, food, biodiversity, and soil fertility.
Find out more here.
€2.00 per tree
Conserve Natural Forests – Thailand
Conserve Natural Forests (CNF) is a non-profit NGO operating primarily in Mae Hong Son and Chiang Mai Provinces of Northern Thailand. Their mission is to restore natural forest landscapes throughout Thailand to optimal structure, functionality, and resiliency in ways that protect and enhance biodiversity, self-regulate landscape ecological functions, and improve the livelihoods of local communities in the long term.
Find out more here.
€1.00 per tree
Yucatán Restoration – Mexico
In 2015, the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in Mexico faced deforestation challenges due to cattle ranching and forestry exploitation. In response, Plant-for-the-Planet A.C., with a dedicated team of 36 people, is restoring ecosystems by planting up to 9,000 native Yucatan trees daily. Collaborating with local farmers, government agencies, and sustainability initiatives, we aim to integrate natural resource conservation with sustainable use. Our goal: plant 100 million trees by 2030.
Find out more here.
€1.5 per tree
