Protecting Britain's Ancient Woodlands
Why Britain’s Ancient Woodlands Need Urgent Protection
Britain’s ancient woodlands, some dating back over 400 years, cover just 2.4% of the UK’s land area – a staggering 90% have been lost since the 1930s (Woodland Trust, 2023). These irreplaceable ecosystems shelter endangered species like the native red squirrel, whose population has plummeted to 140,000 (compared to 2.5 million invasive grey squirrels), largely due to habitat fragmentation (Wildlife Trusts, 2023).
Yet, 27,000 trees are felled daily in the UK for paper products (Grown in Britain, 2022), accelerating woodland decline. Traditional toilet paper production alone contributes to 15% of global deforestation (WWF UK, 2021).
The Bambio Solution: Every Roll Saves 0.5㎡ of Forest
At Bambio, we’ve crafted a sustainable alternative: 100% bamboo pulp toilet paper. Bamboo grows 30x faster than trees, requires no pesticides, and regenerates from its roots – making it the UK’s top eco-friendly choice for reducing deforestation.
Here’s how your purchase makes a difference:
- 0.5㎡ of ancient woodland preserved per roll – equivalent to the nesting territory of one red squirrel (Forestry England, 2022).
- 100% plastic-free & biodegradable – preventing 18kg of microplastics per household from entering UK waterways annually (Marine Conservation Society, 2023).
- Carbon-negative production – our UK-based process uses 65% less water than virgin wood pulp methods (Carbon Trust, 2023).
Join 50,000 UK Households Fighting Deforestation
Since 2021, Bambio customers have collectively safeguarded over 12,500 acres of threatened woodland – an area larger than Richmond Park (RSPB, 2023). By switching, you directly support:
- Ancient Tree Recovery Projects – 5% of profits fund replanting native oak and beech in protected zones.
- Red Squirrel Conservation – Partnering with Ulster Wildlife to restore 200ha of red-only habitats by 2025.
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