Tech Tip 099 — Plant trees while you search the web

Chris Powell
Aug 24, 2017 · 1 min read

If you’re getting tired of Google searches front-loading promoted websites in your searches, or would like to help with sustainability efforts around the world, check out Ecosia, a search engine that is dedicated to planting trees around the world with its ad revenue. Started in 2009, it took Ecosia five years to successfully plant 1 million trees due to its search engine service. They also provide a free extension for Google Chrome users and safesearch functionality for parents.


Originally published at 100 Tech Tips.

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Technologist. Minimalist. ISFJ. From beautiful Bellingham, Washington.

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