Why plant trees?

Forests cover nearly a third of the world's land area, or 4 billion hectares. And yet, according to a study by Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) in September 2021, a third of the planet's trees are threatened with extinction. Faced with rising tree mortality and climate change, urgent action is needed!

How? Let's start by planting trees and maintaining forests with EcoTree! An innovative company born in Brittany – whose operations now extend to Europe – EcoTree offers a sustainable investment model allowing individuals and businesses to purchase and own trees in forests in France and Europe, which it sustainably manages. Founded in 2014, this company has developed a concept that combines ecological benefits and financial returns, focusing on sustainable forest management and biodiversity preservation. Enerfip explains why it is essential to contribute to good forest management alongside EcoTree.

Trees, a response to climate challenges

French forests in figures
🌳 16 million hectares of forests cover France and represent 30% of France.
🌳 France remains the land of oak trees par excellence, with 5.5 Mha, or 41% of the forest area.
🌳 France is thus the leading European producer of hardwood logs.

Trees play a crucial role in the fight against climate change. But what are they actually used for?

• They reduce the concentration of greenhouse gases by absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through photosynthesis.
• Through evapotranspiration, they provide shade and coolness in urban areas, which reduces the impact of urban heat islands and reduces energy consumption linked to air conditioning.
• They are home to rich biodiversity at all stages of their lives: many birds, mammals, and insects depend on trees for food, shelter, and reproduction.
• They filter pollutants from the air and, as a result, improve its quality through absorption through their leaves.
• They produce wood and store carbon.
• Through their roots, they promote the infiltration of rainwater and limit runoff and soil erosion.
• From a purely aesthetic point of view, they beautify landscapes and are known for their calming and anti-stress properties.

What is the concept of EcoTree?

EcoTree's business model is based on the sale of trees to individuals or companies that become Thus, they become owners and benefit from their growth, both ecologically and financially. Owners can track the progress of their trees via an online platform and benefit financially from the felling of these trees several decades later, when the wood is put up for sale.

This original model was born from a separation of the above and below ground of the forest. EcoTree thus owns the land, while its customers own the trees. This invention allows the company not only to involve all of civil society in protecting the environment and the fight against global warming, but, at the same time, to ensure sustainable management of European forests by applying the principles of mixed forestry with continuous cover.

What is the ecological impact of EcoTree?

EcoTree thus promotes and implements sustainable forest management. This includes preserving biodiversity, protecting soils, and contributing to the fight against climate change through carbon sequestration. The forests managed by EcoTree are PEFC or FSC certified, ensuring that they meet high ecological standards.

Purchasing trees through EcoTree allows individuals and businesses to contribute to global carbon neutrality and the maintenance of the diversity of biological organisms, thus enabling life on Earth to continue while containing the effects of global warming.

What are the financial benefits of investing with EcoTree?

Purchasing trees from the EcoTree tree market is presented as a long-term investment. Owners will be able to benefit from the income generated by the sale of wood (estimated return of 2%/year), while contributing to sustainable development initiatives.

This model offers an attractive alternative to traditional investments, with the added benefit of supporting environmentally responsible practices.

Take action for tomorrow with us!

Did you know?

In June 2024, the Enerfip Group won the CCI Business Awards ESG prize. What does that mean? This award recognizes our business model financing the energy transition in Europe, but also the commitment of our employees and their numerous CSR actions.
🌳 We won a tree donated by Ecotree located in the Pont-de-Buis Forest.

Enerfip, like EcoTree, has experienced significant growth, expanding its activities to several European countries. These two companies dedicated to the ecological transition are each acting at their own level to fight global warming and engage the population towards a greener future.

On the one hand, EcoTree, a company committed to tomorrow that has received several awards for its innovative business model and its positive impact on the environment, highlighting its effective role in promoting sustainability and ecological responsibility in the forestry sector. EcoTree thus stands out for its original approach that combines financial investment and environmental commitment, making forest conservation accessible and beneficial to a very wide audience.

On the other hand, Enerfip offers you the opportunity to invest in the energy transition by participating in renewable energy production, energy efficiency, or sustainable mobility projects. If you're interested, make an appointment with the Investor Relations department!