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Sustainable Sapling-Saving Structures

The Cocoon Tree Plantation Device Addresses Climate Change

— August 1, 2017 — Eco
This sustainable tree plantation technology helps combat climate change in arid conditions with poor quality soils. The 'Cocoon' from Land Life Company based in the Netherlands protects tree saplings with a modern and science-backed method.

The structure's "wick system drip-feeds the seeding roots drops per day, encouraging the roots to reach the subsurface water table" to facilitate tree planting in a sustainable manner. The Cocoon reservoir is manufactured out of a 100% biodegradable material that also contains soil-enriching nutrients. The Cocoon acts as a tree shelter as well, to protect the sapling from a harsh or inhospitable environment, like plant-eating animals and damage caused by sun and wind.

The tree plantation system is also an extremely cost-effective one at $9 USD.
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Tree Plantation - The Cocoon Tree provides a modern, science-backed and sustainable method to plant trees in arid areas.
2. Biodegradable Technology - The Cocoon Tree uses a 100% biodegradable material that contains soil-enriching nutrients, paving the way for biodegradable solutions in agriculture.
3. Affordable Plantation System - The Cocoon Tree plantation system is an extremely cost-effective measure, providing an opportunity for more affordable methods for tree planting.
Industry Implications
1. Agriculture - The Cocoon Tree technology can revolutionize the agriculture industry by providing an affordable, sustainable method to plant trees in arid areas.
2. Environmental - Sustainable practices are increasingly needed for the protection of our environment. The Cocoon Tree provides an innovative solution to combat climate change-induced deforestation.
3. Construction - The technology used in Cocoon Tree's construction can be applied in the construction industry to manufacture greener and biodegradable construction materials.
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