Don’t just plant trees, plant forests to restore biodiversity for the future
Mixed-species plantings create forests that grow faster and are more resilient in the face of threats.
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The solution to urban heat is much, much simpler than you think
Planting more trees can provide huge temperature benefits, boost biodiversity and improve mental health.
At Orlando farm, nature-powered solutions take root
4Roots Farm teaches regenerative practices to families, health-care providers and children
She speaks for the trees. We should all be listening
Author Diana Beresford-Kroeger has spent her life protecting and advocating for the global forest.
From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals expose gap between sports teams’ green promises and reality
Failures in the carbon credit market suggest a need to reassess how sports teams achieve their climate goals.
Urban trees vs. cool roofs: What’s the best way for cities to beat the heat?
As climate change drives more frequent and intense urban heat, cities have powerful tools for lowering the temperature.
Trump has canceled environmental justice grants. Here’s what communities are losing
The cuts are part of his administration’s drive to eliminate DEI programs.
Delray Beach engages residents in sustainability efforts
The city Office of Sustainability and Resilience's work includes tree plantings and educational efforts.
Companies are buying up cheap carbon offsets − data suggest it may be more about greenwashing than helping the climate
Carbon offsets fund projects that are meant to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, such as planting trees.
The trees of Miami’s future
New research indicates that to keep Miami’s tree canopy resilient, tropical species may be the best option.