Sustainable Idaho: The Sustainable Christmas Tree Debate

from Sustainable Idaho · host Madison Long, Holly Wilson

On today’s episode, Madison speaks with Ryer Becker, the Forest Operations and Products Manufacturing Extension Specialist with the University of Idaho. Becker will answer one of the most common Christmas questions: which option is more sustainable? A 2023 survey by data company Statista found that 70% of American households planned to put up a Christmas tree, 24% chose natural or real trees, while 46% opted for artificial trees like the ones found in a local grocery outlet. As we enter December, consumers enter the season of bundling up and opening their pocket books for Christmas expenses, so consider whether you might opt for real or artificial tree this Christmas.

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