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Urban Tree Canopy Assessment

Improving a city’s tree canopy (i.e., tree cover) can have numerous benefits, from reducing summer peak temperatures to improving air quality to strengthening social ties among neighbors. These factors can improve climate resilience while also helping a community attract businesses and residents.

This site can help decision makers understand their urban forest resources so they can prioritize planting/greening goals.