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Urban forests
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Urban heat islands: what they are and how to reduce their effects
Trees can help mitigate the phenomenon of urban heat islands, making cities cooler and more livable. Explore the key role of transpiration and evaporation in…
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European Urban Forest Week: Dublin, Barcelona, Milan and Brasov
In the first week of December 2023, 4 tree planting events will take place in 4 different major European cities. During the European Urban Forest…
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What are the best trees to reduce air pollution in our cities?
There are some tree species that perform better than others in reducing air pollution by capturing the particulate matter (e.g. PM10) suspended in the air.…
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How we plant in cities
For our urban forests to be resilient, and for them to grow quickly, we design every project carefully. This is how we do it. …
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Too hot in the city? Let’s take refuge in an urban forest
When summer temperatures rise and you can’t escape to the seaside or the mountains, think of urban forests. To find a little relief even in…
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What are urban forests and what are they for?
Green areas, large or small, help reduce air pollution and keep summer temperatures in check, while also becoming a refuge for dozens of animal species.…