Top 22 Benefits of Trees NFCL PLANTED 500 PLANTS UNDER SUPER VISION OF SHRI R. RAGHAVAN AND APPCB ENGINEER

Top 22 Benefits of Trees NFCL PLANTED 500 PLANTS UNDER SUPER VISION OF SHRI R. RAGHAVAN AND APPCB ENGINEER

Around 200 associates, college students gathered at NFCL play ground for the promotion  of environment, health, safety and quality for better life and  thanks to one and all mainly , Shri R. RAGHAVAN, Shri GVS ANAND, Shri. VK GROVER,ShriVS SUNDER, Shri PC MOHAN, SHRI GVRK RAJU,Shri JK PRASAD ,Shri PHN REDDY, Shri BHSN RAJU AND ASSOCIATES actively participated FOR TREE PLANTAIN  , WE HAVE PLANTED AND ASSURED BY PROVIDING WATER ALL THE SAMPLES SHALL GROW AND CONTINUOUS MONITORING.WILL BE DONE.
 To take initiative for plantation to check the dust concentration into atmosphere.
Ambient Air constitutes various size ranges of solid particles commonly recognized as Particulates or Dust, which are continuously agglomerated and deposited, on various surfaces. The deposited particulate matter is a conglomerate of chemically heterogeneous
Research has shown that plant leaves can act as biological filters, removing large quantities of particles from the urban atmosphere. Stomata are microscopic pores on the underside (abaxial) of the leaf. These allow air into and out of the leaf through which the plant takes in CO2 and lets out O2, and allows water vapor out in the process of transpiration. As air passes through the stomata, most of the airborne particles will not pass through the stomata but will rather eliminated on the leaf’s outer surface due to available moisture.
There is a certain amount of force needed for particles to stick to surface. This amount is greater depending on the size of the particle. Because the airflow through the stomata is not very powerful, only the smaller particles will stick to the bottom surface. The particles on the top surface of the leaves will mainly be from the settling of dust. Because particles settled on upper surface of leave are both coarse and fine particles captured by leave surface because of favourable morphological features of leaves. These particulates remain adhered to plant leaves till these are washed down through rain or artificially.

 
Something about NFCL  step HAS BEEN  taken towards Environment protection 4 lakhs plant grown in Saline soil.
The Green Belt at NFCL, Kakinada, had to be established overcoming a lot of difficulties such as those listed below :

Physiography :
The area consisted of Level to gently sloping coastal plains with pockets of low lands, depressions and waterlogged areas close to the seacoast.  Part of the area was under backwaters connecting the sea during the high tides.

Hydrology :
The borrow pits and depressional areas remained water logged almost throughout the year.  The deteriorated/salt-infested lands also remained water logged for prolonged periods.
Vegetation :
The area in general was devoid of any vegetation except the sand-casted area, which used to have a few ‘Palmyra’ trees.  The waterlogged area towards south-east being highly saline was totally devoid of any vegetation.
Soils :
The soils support very little vegetation and were primarily covered with sparse grass.  The deteriorated soils constituted large continuous flat lands that had degenerated due to high salt infestation and incrustations on the surface.  The sub soils had high concentrations of salts beyond critical limits with electrical conductivity ranging from 10 to 15 umhos per cm.  The available P 205 was very low.

Thus it took stupendous efforts by NFCL to overcome all these natural hindrances and to transform a once highly saline marshy area devoid of any vegetation into lush Green Park.

Presently the Green belt is serving as a Natural Habitat for Flora & Fauna” and the factory and the ecological system developed in the Green belt are existing in ‘Harmony’.

Around 69, 000 plants being planted as mortality replacement due to saline soil profiles, over the period, in order to sustain Green Belt.
Now the No. of plant is more than 4 lakhs .

Top 22 Benefits of Trees

Here are 22 of the best reasons to plant and care for trees or defend a tree’s standing:

Trees combat climate change

Excess carbon dioxide (CO2) caused by many factors is a building up in our atmosphere and contributing to climate change. Trees absorb CO2, removing and storing the carbon while releasing the oxygen back into the air. In one year, an acre of mature trees absorbs the amount of CO2 produced when you drive your car 26,000 miles.

Trees clean the air

Trees absorb odors and pollutant gases (nitrogen oxides, ammonia, sulfur dioxide and ozone) and filter particulates out of the air by trapping them on their leaves and bark.

Trees provide oxygen

In one year an acre of mature trees can provide enough oxygen for 18 people.

Trees cool the streets and the city

Average temperatures in Los Angeles have risen 6°F in the last 50 years as tree coverage has declined and the number of heat-absorbing roads and buildings has increased.
Trees cool the city by up to 10°F, by shading our homes and streets, breaking up urban “heat islands” and releasing water vapor into the air through their leaves.

Trees conserve energy

Three trees placed strategically around a single-family home can cut summer air conditioning needs by up to 50 percent. By reducing the energy demand for cooling our houses, we reduce carbon dioxide and other pollution emissions from power plants.

Trees save water

Shade from trees slows water evaporation from thirsty lawns. Most newly planted trees need only fifteen gallons of water a week. As trees transpire, they increase atmospheric moisture.

Trees help prevent water pollution

Trees reduce runoff by breaking rainfall thus allowing the water to flow down the trunk and into the earth below the tree. This prevents stormwater from carrying pollutants to the ocean. When mulched, trees act like a sponge that filters this water naturally and uses it to recharge groundwater supplies.

Trees help prevent soil erosion

On hillsides or stream slopes, trees slow runoff and hold soil in place.

Trees shield children from ultra-violet rays

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Trees reduce UV-B exposure by about 50 percent, thus providing protection to children on school campuses and playgrounds - where children spend hours outdoors.

Trees provide food

An apple tree can yield up to 15-20 bushels of fruit per year and can be planted on the tiniest urban lot. Aside from fruit for humans, trees provide food for birds and wildlife.

Trees heal

Studies have shown that patients with views of trees out their windows heal faster and with less complications.  Exposure to trees and nature aids concentration by reducing mental fatigue.

Trees reduce violence

Neighborhoods and homes that are barren have shown to have a greater incidence of violence in and out of the home than their greener counterparts. Trees and landscaping help to reduce the level of fear.

Trees mark the seasons

Is it winter, spring, summer or fall? Look at the trees.

Trees create economic opportunities

Fruit harvested from community orchards can be sold, thus providing income. Small business opportunities in green waste management and landscaping arise when cities value mulching and its water-saving qualities. Vocational training for youth interested in green jobs is also a great way to develop economic opportunities from trees.

Trees are teachers and playmates

Whether as houses for children or creative and spiritual inspiration for adults, trees have provided the space for human retreat throughout the ages.

Trees bring diverse groups of people together

Tree plantings provide an opportunity for community involvement and empowerment that improves the quality of life in our neighborhoods. All cultures, ages, and genders have an important role to play at a tree planting or tree care event.

Trees add unity

Trees as landmarks can give a neighborhood a new identity and encourage civic pride.

Trees provide a canopy and habitat for wildlife

Sycamore and oak are among the many urban species that provide excellent urban homes for birds, bees, possums and squirrels.

Trees block things

Trees can mask concrete walls or parking lots, and unsightly views. They muffle sound from nearby streets and freeways, and create an eye-soothing canopy of green. Trees absorb dust and wind and reduce glare.

Trees provide wood

In suburban and rural areas, trees can be selectively harvested for fuel and craft wood.

Trees increase property values

The beauty of a well-planted property and its surrounding street and neighborhood can raise property values by as much as 15 percent.

Trees increase business traffic

Studies show that the more trees and landscaping a business district has, the more business will flow in. A tree-lined street will also slow traffic – enough to allow the drivers to look at the store fronts instead of whizzing by.