The text discusses the urgent need for tree planting to combat climate change and reduce flood risks. It highlights the UK's investment in tree planting and the EU's commitment to plant three billion trees by 2030. However, recent analyses show that both the UK and EU are falling behind their targets, with warnings that time is running out to achieve necessary carbon removal. Experts emphasize the importance of trees for climate balance and flood protection, urging for increased investment and faster approval processes for tree planting initiatives. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)