Monaco’s ecological initiative ‘1 birth = 1 tree’ took place today at the Princess Antoinette Park, where Mayor Georges Marsan planted a symbolic Judas tree honouring children born in the Principality last year.

The midday ceremony, organised in partnership with the Office National des Forêts (ONF), saw families with newborns gather at the park across from the Làscia e Piya library to witness the planting, listen to Mayor Georges Marsan’s heartwarming speech, and cherish the occasion with photographs in front of the newly planted tree.

This long-running environmental programme continues to strengthen the connection between Monaco’s youngest residents and nature, with each tree symbolically growing alongside the children they represent. 

“This tree is planted for the children born last year, so the plant grows alongside them,” Mayor Marsan told attendees during his speech at the ceremony.

Following the planting, participants enjoyed a small buffet with refreshments, providing an opportunity for families to socialise and celebrate both their children and Monaco’s commitment to environmental sustainability.

The ‘1 birth = 1 tree’ initiative represents one of several environmental programmes championed by the municipality, reinforcing the Principality’s dedication to creating a greener future for its generation.  

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