Tag: <span>trees</span>

In Defense of Tree-Planting Programs

We are now in a state of emergency over climate change due to excessive CO2 in the atmosphere. Trees absorb CO2 and have countless ecological benefits for humans and for biodiversity, so we should plant more. Planting trees leads to substantial carbon sequestration, support of biodiversity, soil preservation, and tree …

Collaborations across cities: Working to grow urban tree canopies

Working for Casey Trees for six months has not only allowed me to get a glimpse into the non-profit realm, but has also given me the chance to understand the many ways that these types of organizations collaborate in order to find the most effective measures of reaching their mission.  …

From the rural forest to the urban forest: Bard to D.C.

A typical picture of a forest is one full of lush, green landscapes, never ending rows of trees, and wildlife only found in wooded areas.  Well, the forest I am working in this summer is full of people, buildings, and roadways.  Trees have existed in cities for centuries, and it …