ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS OF
REAL CHRISTMAS TREES
- Absorb carbon dioxide & release oxygen
- Are 100% made in USA and provide local jobs
- Preserve green spaces Provide habitat for wildlife
- Are naturally renewable (We'll never run out of them - the darn things keep reproducing!)
- Are 100% recyclable
- Are grown on sustainable farms
FAKE CHRISTMAS TREES
Americans refer to these PVC (polyvinyl chloride) based imports as "artificial" or "fake" trees.
Facts about fake trees:
Fake Christmas trees are also not fireproof. Christmas trees do not catch fire very often, but when they do, it is usually because of faulty lights. Fake Christmas trees are just as susceptible to this as Real trees, but when Fake trees combust, they can emit toxins into the air.
To be honest, we do not begrudge anyone for choosing a plastic tree from China. Just don't claim it's for environmental reasons!
Facts about fake trees:
- Made with polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
- The vast majority are made in poorly regulated China
- Non-recylable (ultimately end up in landfills)
- Non-renewable (petroleum based)
Fake Christmas trees are also not fireproof. Christmas trees do not catch fire very often, but when they do, it is usually because of faulty lights. Fake Christmas trees are just as susceptible to this as Real trees, but when Fake trees combust, they can emit toxins into the air.
To be honest, we do not begrudge anyone for choosing a plastic tree from China. Just don't claim it's for environmental reasons!
RECYCLE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE
Please follow these guidelines:
Besides mulching, other recycling uses for Real trees include wildlife habitat, improving fish beds, and restoring dunes.
- Remove all lights, tinsel and ornaments from the tree.
- Remove tree from stand.
- Drop off trees only - no wreaths, garland, or other greenery.
- Remove tree from bag and remove any string, wire, or ties on the tree.
Besides mulching, other recycling uses for Real trees include wildlife habitat, improving fish beds, and restoring dunes.
