Times of India · DistrictNews · 2026-08-23
Alabama students turn old Christmas trees into Gulf Coast dune protection
Alabama's fragile sand dunes are being restored with discarded holiday trees, as students and volunteers team up to plant native vegetation along the coast. This innovative project marries sand trapping techniques with the introduction of native plants to stabilize the dunes. This effort not only protects essential infrastructure but also fosters crucial habitats for local wildlife, showcasing an eco-friendly method for coastal restoration and habitat recovery. Discarded holiday trees collected from living rooms across Alabama are finding a second life along the Gulf of Mexico, forming the foundation of a student-led coastal restoration campaign. Discarded Christmas trees collected from homes across Alabama are getting a second life along the Gulf of Mexico, helping form the base of a student-led coastal restoration project. Alabama students turn old Christmas trees into Gulf Coast dune protection
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