Our Impact
At SayTrees, we measure our success not just by the number of trees planted, but by the holistic environmental and social impact of our work. Here's how our initiatives are making a difference across India.
5M+
Trees Planted
With an average survival rate exceeding 85%
500M+
Liters of Water Conserved
Through lake restoration and rainwater harvesting
25,000+
Active Volunteers
Engaged in environmental conservation activities
400+
Corporate Partners
Supporting our environmental initiatives
Success Stories
Urban Miyawaki Forest in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu
In 2021, SayTrees planted 5,000 native saplings using the Miyawaki method to create a dense, self-sustaining urban forest. This initiative aimed to restore ecological balance, enhance biodiversity, and build long-term climate resilience in the city.
Impact Highlights:
- •Planted 5,000 native saplings using the Miyawaki method
- •Improved soil health and accelerated forest growth
- •Enhanced carbon sequestration in an urban setting
- •Supported local biodiversity and ecosystem restoration
Handenahalli Lake Revival
Handenahalli, Karnataka
Transformed a neglected dumping ground into a thriving lake ecosystem within 5 months, increasing water-holding capacity from 91 to 229 million liters. The project, done in collaboration with the Zilla Panchayat, now supports sustainable water harvesting, biodiversity, and rural livelihoods.
Impact Highlights:
- •Harvested 50+ million liters of water in pre-monsoon showers
- •Expanded lake area from 15.9 to 19.6 acres
- •Increased water-holding capacity by 138 million liters
- •Enabled sustainable livelihoods through fishing & employment
Urban Forest at Bommasandra
Bommasandra, Karnataka
Planted 6,925 native trees in 2021 using the Miyawaki method to create a dense, fast-growing urban forest. This green pocket now acts as a biodiversity hub, mitigates urban heat, and enhances environmental resilience in the expanding cityscape.
Impact Highlights:
- •Planted 6,925 native trees using the Miyawaki method
- •Reduced urban heat island effect in surrounding areas
- •Improved air quality and groundwater recharge
- •Created habitat for local biodiversity in an urban setting
Awards & Recognition
Top Innovation
Recognized by the World Economic Forum for our innovative approaches to reforestation, 2021.
The Giving Economy Award
For its exceptional climate change efforts in India, 2023.
The Cleantech Industry
For the outstanding performance and lasting contribution to The Cleantech Industry, 2024.
Finalist - The RestorLife Awards
Recognise for our outstanding contribution to environmental conservation efforts, 2025.
Help Us Create More Impact
Join our mission to create a greener, more sustainable future. Your support can help us plant more trees, restore more ecosystems, and build more climate-resilient communities.