Wisconsin Planted Over 54 Million Trees
The state has reached 55 percent of its goal to plant 100 million trees by 2030.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Environmental
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As of the end of 2025, Wisconsin completed the planting of more than 54.7 million trees as part of the statewide Trillion Trees Pledge. The effort puts the state at 55 percent of its target to plant 100 million trees by 2030.
Why it matters
The reforestation initiative is designed to increase carbon storage and filter water while supporting wildlife and helping local communities adapt to climate impacts. Protecting forestland is a key component of the state's environmental strategy.
The initiative has achieved 55 percent of its 100 million tree target with over 54.7 million trees planted. The pledge also mandates the protection of at least 125,000 acres of forestland and 1 million trees specifically within urban areas.
The players
Tony Evers
He is the current Governor of the United States state of Wisconsin.
The details
Diverse groups including schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and agency partners collaborated to meet these reforestation goals. Residents also contribute to the program by collecting and selling tree seeds to state nurseries and managing neighborhood plantings.
Timeline
Governor Tony Evers announced the Trillion Trees Pledge in 2021.
Wisconsin had planted more than 54.7 million trees by the end of 2025.
The Department of Natural Resources announced this progress in April 2026.
The Reforestation Program opened orders for the 2027 spring season on October 5, 2026.
The target deadline to reach 100 million trees is 2030.
The Big Picture
The reforestation effort reflects a broader shift toward regional climate mitigation strategies that prioritize carbon sequestration and watershed health. It follows a pattern set by the Trillion Trees Pledge, which coordinates state-level land management to meet long-term ecological goals.
Residents can actively participate in the state's environmental goals by collecting and selling tree seeds or maintaining trees in their own neighborhoods. These community efforts directly contribute to the 1-million-tree urban planting target and regional water filtration goals.
The takeaway
The success of this reforestation program depends on sustained cooperation between public agencies and private citizens. Residents can continue to support these ecological outcomes by prioritizing the health and maintenance of native trees in their local landscapes.
What happens next
The Reforestation Program continues to operate, with spring 2027 planting activities following the order intake that began in October 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local conservation efforts in Wisconsin Environmental.
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