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The Vatican picked its Christmas tree. That's when the trouble started...

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Morris, Chris 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the Vatican's decision to use a 200-year-old fir tree, known as the "Green Giant," as the centerpiece for this year's Christmas decorations in St. Peter's Square. Environmentalists have petitioned the Pope to reconsider the tree's removal, citing concerns about climate change and the symbolic nature of the ancient tree. Over 40,000 signatures have been collected against the tree's felling, and local residents in Ledro are planning protests, despite the town officials' claim that the tree was donated to the Vatican as part of a necessary forest management plan. The Vatican is set to unveil its Christmas decorations, including the tree, on December 9. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Fortune.com. 2024/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Geography and Cartography
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:180904413
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