
Camden, Newark, and Baltimore restore tree equity in marginalized communities
Maps of the hottest areas in major American cities often correspond almost directly to redlined areas on maps from nearly a century ago. Tree equity is an opportunity to create positive change.
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These 'Holistic Engineers' Have a Plan To Restore a Dry Egyptian Desert Into a Lush Forest
A group of “holistic engineers” wants to return the arid Sinai peninsula to the lush, green landscape it once was.
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ER visits spike during heatwaves — but two simple measures could cut hospitalization rates in half
What’s white and green and cool all over? A city aided by science-based solutions that combat extreme heat.
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The World Has More Trees Than It Did 35 Years Ago
This might come as a surprise: Worldwide tree cover has grown — not shrunk! — by 2.24 million square kilometers — the size of Texas and Alaska combined — in the last 35 years, according to a paper in the science journal “Nature.”
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Good news for urban dwellers: more trees, better health
Keeping people in cities healthy, especially in poorer neighborhoods, is challenging. One simple, effective, and scientifically proven prescription for better health is planting more trees.
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Good news: Deforestation in Earth's largest rainforest continues to plummet despite a rise in fires
According to new data from the Brazilian government, deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon dropped to its lowest level since March 2018.
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Ultimate List of Nonprofit Organizations
Get to know the inspiring nonprofit organizations that are driving positive change around the world. Support and make an impact in an area you care about.
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Experts are Using AI To Save Mangroves — And the Planet
Major stakeholders have announced a new project to understand how mangrove ecosystems — and their contributions to coastal communities — are affected by climate change.
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List of Fruits: 712 Fruits Names from Around the World 🍇🥝🍌
Sure, we’ve all heard of apples, bananas, and blackberries — but what about cascara, pluots, and persimmons? Take a bite out of the ultimate list of fruits...
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How To Sustainably Shop For Christmas Trees
If you celebrate Christmas, chances are you are planning to decorate a tree (or have already). But how do you make an informed and environment-friendly choice? Environmental impact is a complex question for any product, and Christmas trees are no exception.
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