Lincolnshire County Council and the Woodland Trust have announced an initiative to boost tree cover across the region.
LincWoods will see 200,000 trees planted by 2026 in towns and rural areas – equating to 60 football fields’ of new woodland, and 20,000 metres of new hedgerow.
Paul Woodgate, outreach officer for the Woodland Trust, said: “These trees are crucial for the environment here in Lincolnshire which is beautiful but really in need of more trees to fight the twin threats of climate change and biodiversity loss.
“Not only will the trees boost the environment they will also bring so many community benefits – tree cover is directly linked to better health outcomes.
“It is a fantastic opportunity for local landowners to play a crucial role in enhancing our natural environment too. We are proud to support Lincolnshire County Council in this initiative and look forward to seeing the positive outcomes – for nature, people and climate – of our combined efforts. “
Coun Martin Hill, leader of Lincolnshire County Council, added: “This partnership represents a significant step forward in our commitment to environmental sustainability.
“By collaborating with the Woodland Trust, we can profoundly impact our local landscape and biodiversity, ensuring Lincolnshire remains green and vibrant for future generations. In a thousand years, our descendants may well be standing in the shade of oaks planted by LincWoods. It’s an inspiring legacy.”
