Real vs. Artificial Trees -- What is your opinion?

Read and analyze these two articles about the pros and cons of real and artificial Christmas trees.  Develop an opinion about what is better.  Which do you think is better for the environment?  Why?

https://earth911.com/home-garden/real-vs-artificial-christmas-trees/

https://www.moneycrashers.com/real-fake-artificial-christmas-tree-types-facts/