RETREET BLOG

RETREET redefines disaster relief by engaging communities to replant lost trees.


 
SUNDAY SHOW & TELL
vol.109

Happy Father's Day! Everyone knows who the world's best dad is – yours! Speaking of the best, check out this amazing list of the world's most superlative trees. There are some real gems in this collection. Connecting these dots would be an incredible trip indeed.

A GUIDE TO SUPERLATIVE TREES (infographic)

A GUIDE TO SUPERLATIVE TREES (infographic)

If your dad is an avid cyclist and you're looking for the perfect gift to give him next year, consider the TwiCycle. Featuring arm-cranks attached to a front wheel gear, this unique ride offers a full body workout. Watch the promo video!

FULL BODY BICYCLE WORKOUT (video)

FULL BODY BICYCLE WORKOUT (video)

Have you ever seen a tree droop at night? Researchers in Austria, Finland, and Hungary studied birch trees using lasers and found something fascinating: trees may sleep. You'll have to click the link below for details.

TREES SLEEP AT NIGHT (article)

TREES SLEEP AT NIGHT (article)

 


 
SUNDAY SHOW & TELL
vol.35

Happy Father's Day! We hope you had a chance to celebrate all of the important men in your life.

With the World Cup in full swing, we wanted to share an article that discusses the environmental impact of that event and the steps FIFA is taking to make it the greenest World Cup to date. What do you think? Are they going far enough? Any other thoughts, or links?

Also shared is an explanation for why Koalas hug trees and an awesome video of some amazing road bike skills.

Enjoy the rest of your day!

THE WORLD CUP IN BRAZIL

THE WORLD CUP IN BRAZIL

TREEHUGGERS

TREEHUGGERS

ROAD BIKE RIDICULOUSNESS

ROAD BIKE RIDICULOUSNESS