The Chhaya Journal
Deep-dive stories, tree guides, and biodiversity insights for everyone who believes forests matter.
Stories, Facts & Guides From The Encyclopedia
Short, accessible reads on trees, biodiversity, and what it actually takes to grow a forest — written for curious readers, not botanists.
- Tree Facts Worth Knowing
- Practical Planting Guides
- Biodiversity Stories
Three Kinds Of Stories
Tree Facts
Bite-sized, accurate facts about individual species and how they grow.
Planting Guides
Practical, accessible guides to planting and caring for trees.
Biodiversity Stories
How trees connect to the wider ecosystems and wildlife around them.
Trees Take A Village
Chhaya Foundation is building the world's living tree encyclopedia while developing partnerships with trusted organisations that deliver real-world tree planting and environmental impact projects. Here's the kind of partner we're working to bring on board as that side of the mission grows.
Tree Planting Organisations
Groups doing the on-the-ground work of growing and restoring forests.
Conservation NGOs
Non-profits protecting habitats, species, and natural ecosystems.
Biodiversity Projects
Initiatives focused on protecting and restoring species diversity.
Environmental Charities
Registered charities advancing environmental education and action.
Corporate Sustainability Partners
Businesses looking to support verified environmental initiatives.
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