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Bizarrely it’s probably more eco friendly than not having the tradition since those tree farms probably wouldn’t exist otherwise. It’s not like the meat industry, it’s probably net positive on emissions.

Though, it would be better if we just reduced urban sprawl and deforestation of natural forests, etc., but that’s how it goes I guess.

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dreadbeef@lemmy.dbzer0.com ⁨1⁩ ⁨day⁩ ago
My sister in law’s family owns a christmas tree farm in Maine. They do replant what they cut and more, and its just like 3 people running it sonce its all in the family, so not bad for over 80 acres of evergreens

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jivandabeast@lemmy.browntown.dev ⁨1⁩ ⁨day⁩ ago
Its definitely more eco friendly, the alternative is plastic trees which are worse for the environment.

Christmas trees capture CO2 while they mature and are biodegradable/renewable

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- faythofdragons@slrpnk.net ⁨22⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago
  We have compost programs in my area, and they usually offer free christmas tree disposal. Some programs mulch them, and I think the Parks&Rec department uses the mulch to maintain parks.
  
  I don’t really see a big downside.
  
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  - jivandabeast@lemmy.browntown.dev ⁨21⁩ ⁨hours⁩ ago
    Absolutely no downside, we should be advocating for natural trees vs the fake ones.
    
    Though, i must admit I’m guilty of temptation – the thought of not having to wrangle lights with a prelit tree does entice me (i haven’t given in though ✊)
    
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