Among the many environmental, economic and social benefits of urban forests are reduced energy costs, ... The importance of urban forests. By Debbie McFadden. Published: Sep. 5, 2024 at 6:06 PM CDT ...

One problem with our forest is the lack of diversity in the species make-up. According to the City’s Urban Forest Master Plan three native ... Berries are important seasonal sustenance for ...

A first round of the tree equity fund awarded more than $25 million to 33 municipalities and three community-based organizations. In developing the second round, American Forests conversed with at ...

The viability of our world’s forests is constantly threatened by climate change, urbanization and invasive species. Department of Plant and Soil Sciences Ph.D. student Jack Levy-Diedrich investigates ...

Urban forestry has been recognized as a tool to mitigate the effects of global warming in African cities, where rapid urbanisation has put increased pressure on surviving green spaces.