The reality of the
climate change in CaliforniaBetween 2010 and 2022, about 196 million trees died in the state of California and the numbers keep rising
(U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, Dec. 2022)
SoCal has already warmed about 3 degrees fahrenheit in the last century
(Los Angeles Times, 2019)California’s climate and weather instability
California is home to a range of climates, from the hot desert to near-polar regions, with Mediterranean climate dominating most of the State. However, in recent years, California’s weather patterns have been shifting, with drought, wildfires, and other extreme events becoming more frequent and severe, likely linked to the impact of climate change.
Climate change is causing rapid changes in California's weather and landscape
Greenhouse gases are trapping heat in the earth's atmosphere, making our environment much warmer than it should be
Desertification in California is getting worse due to droughts, floods, wildfires, human actions, and other factors like the environment, society, culture, and economy
Our cities are becoming devoid of
Trees
We cannot afford to wait any longer. The time for action is now
The issue of tree loss in California is a problem that cannot be ignored. Despite the urgency of the situation, there are still questions about whether there is sufficient awareness and engagement
We need to consider whether we prioritize convenience over environmental responsibility. In today's society, buying a car is often more accessible than planting a tree
We have become accustomed to living in cities where we admire towering skyscrapers and navigate congested freeways, but we often fail to realize that our neighborhoods are becoming increasingly devoid of trees. This is happening in the very cities where we live, breathe, and raise our children
Protecting trees is essential because they produce oxygen, store carbon, and absorb pollutants from the environment
Trees provide natural beauty to our cities, shade, clean our air, support sustainability and long-term benefits for the environment, economy, and society
Why is this important?
Climate change and pollution
Climate change and pollution have significant impacts on California’s environment and public health. Believing California can help mitigate some of these negative effects.
Many cities in California are located in basins that can trap air pollution and prevent fresh air circulation, especially during temperature inversions. This can make air quality problems worse and is harmful to humans, causing respiratory and other health problems.
Even with strict environmental regulations, California still faces air pollution from sources like burning coal, transportation emissions, and wildfires. Particulate matter, a harmful pollutant, is especially concerning as it can seriously affect lung health with prolonged exposure.
Our close relationship with smog
Every year we are experiencing more days with smog, even when tougher measures are put in place. Planting more trees is an effective solution to decrease the amount of air pollution in our cities.
At Believing California our goal is to create greener cities with less air pollution.
Find out more about our project
Become a volunteer
This is an opportunity for individuals to participate in projects that make a real difference in improving our environment.
Nominate your block
Help us make your neighborhood more beautiful and sustainable by nominating an area that needs more trees. Show your love for your community by getting involved!
Become a sponsor
With your contribution, you can make a significant difference in the health of our planet
Empowerment through teamwork
We invite neighborhoods, associations, and public and private institutions to participate in making California a better place to live
Sounds awesome! How can I get involved ?
Send us your contact information and we will send you everything you need to get involved, let’s make it happen!