Good Tree News

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.

A group of “holistic engineers” wants to return the arid Sinai peninsula to the lush, green landscape it once was.

The Benedictine monks tend to the Gila National Forest with divine care and support from local and federal agencies.

What’s white and green and cool all over? A city aided by science-based solutions that combat extreme heat.

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.”

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.

Australia contains some of the world’s most biologically diverse and carbon-dense native forests.

According to new data from the Brazilian government, deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon dropped to its lowest level since March 2018.

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.

Major stakeholders have announced a new project to understand how mangrove ecosystems — and their contributions to coastal communities — are affected by climate change.

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...

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.