Santa Monica – The Value of Trees Video
A dynamic video connecting the overall value of trees, both tangible and intangible, to the complexities of urban forest management in…
A dynamic video connecting the overall value of trees, both tangible and intangible, to the complexities of urban forest management in…
A monthly review of energy sources, areas of consumption, and emissions.
Existing trees are projected to reduce annual air conditioning energy use by 2.5% with a wholesale value of $ 485.8…
Electricity generation in the US is the leading polluter and responsible for the emission of carbon dioxide and sulfur, both contributing to…
Planting an average of four shade trees per house would lead to an annual reduction in carbon emissions from power…
Several studies investigated the impact of urban forests on city micro-climate. Evapotranspiration, alone or in combination with shading, can help…
Excessive heat events are particularly dangerous and can result in above-average rates of mortality, excessive heat exposure contributed to more…
Urban Forests can aid in the reduction of the heat island impact by shading concrete from the sun and stopping…
Trees and vegetation are most useful as a mitigation strategy when planted in strategic locations around buildings or to shade…
Cities are almost always hotter than the surrounding rural area but global warming takes that heat and makes it worse.…
According to the latest urban air quality database, 98% of cities in low- and middle income countries with more than…
The science is clear: breathing polluted air increases the risk of debilitating and deadly diseases such as lung cancer, stroke,…
One of the most dramatic improvements achievable from area-wide comprehensive tree canopy conservation and planting is reducing the negative effects…
Near-road air quality is associated with higher concentrations of harmful toxins, particulates, and pollution. Urban forests can help mitigate those…
Integrated studies of tree effects on air pollution reveal that management of urban tree canopy cover could be a viable…
Forests in the United States removed 17.4 million tonnes (t) of air pollution in 2010, with most of the health…
Outdoor air pollution of ozone and particulate matter is increasing as more transportation, residential, and commercial energy sources rely on…
Combustion emissions adversely impact air quality, leading to premature and preventable deaths
In a study of nine city neighborhoods, Portland State University scientists found a strong relationship between the presence of urban…
Most of the pollution removal impacts of trees occurred in rural areas, while most of the health impacts and values…
It’s not just about stormwater. Green Infrastructure plays a critical role in solving many challenges — from the heat island…
Philadelphia, long considered a pioneer in green infrastructure and water, maintains a web site that describes their plan, connects to…
The Greenworks initiative, begun in 2009, set a new vision and ambitious goals in 2016.
Twenty-five leaders from all sectors of urban forestry met in a forum to identify needs and opportunities for urban forestry…