A new "tree equity" map is giving Washington residents another way to see how their neighborhood's tree canopy stacks up to others across the state. "Tree equity" refers to the concept that all ...

The article “How does your WA neighborhood rank for ‘tree equity’? Check this map” (Aug. 20, Climate Lab) notes “a fuller tree canopy comes with a host of benefits.” That’s why I’m glad that U.S. Rep.

Despite the numerous benefits of urban trees, many low-income and minority neighborhoods lack adequate tree cover. This disparity, known as "tree equity," has become an increasingly pressing issue in ...

Maisie Hughes was born in Washington, D.C., as was her mother. But, while her mom and uncles walked a street flanked by corridors of trees as kids, all that changed by the time Hughes was born. Over ...

American Forests provides national urban forestry expertise and leads a nationwide movement for Tree Equity, partnering with cities like Boston to expand tree canopy through science-based tools and ...

(TNS) — The Rio Grande International Study Center is continuing its Tree Equity Study, an effort to map where trees are lacking in Laredo and across Webb County . The nonprofit recently shared a ...

As anyone who has spent time in Detroit knows, good and thoughtful infrastructure can make a big difference when it comes to quality of life and is something we need in every neighborhood. From energy ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is taking a look at equitable access to shade outdoors, or “tree equity,” and how this directly impacts health. According to data ...

American Forests launched a tree equity map scoring neighborhoods statewide. Bellingham scored 85 overall, with downtown and city center showing lower canopy. City aims for 45% tree cover by 2050; ...