Will a Trillion Trees Stop Global Warming?

In this episode of The Energy Show, Barry Cinnamon breaks down the science, economics, and practicality behind the proposed Trillion Trees Act — and asks the big question: Will it actually make a meaningful difference? Trees absolutely help remove carbon from the atmosphere through natural carbon sequestration. But when you look at the numbers — global CO₂ emissions, land requirements, cost, and timing — the reality becomes clear: planting trees alone won’t solve the climate crisis. • How trees absorb and store carbon (carbon sequestration explained) • How much CO₂ a trillion trees would actually remove • How much land and money the plan would require • Why the timeline (decades) matters for climate action • The unintended risks, including increased logging and land-use conflicts • The solutions that make the biggest impact right now The bottom line: Trees are valuable — but the fastest, most effective climate solution is reducing fossil fuel use and accelerating clean energy. Like, Comment &

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This episode was published on Feb 18, 2026.

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