by Gary Chandler | Apr 27, 2022 | Urban Forestry
Challenges Corporations, Citizens To Plant Trees Land use is one of the most vital issues of our time. It will impact the health of people and planet in many ways for centuries. Unfortunately, virgin forests are still being converted into farms and ranches for beef,...
by Gary Chandler | Dec 7, 2020 | Urban Forestry
Trees, Shrubs Integrated Into Living Systems Cities are home to about 50 percent of the world’s population, but they generate 80 percent of our planet’s greenhouse gases, which contribute to global warming and climate change. To reverse the destructive...
by Gary Chandler | Mar 9, 2015 | Urban Forestry
Urban Forests Provide Benefits Property owners in Portland need to think twice before chopping down trees. A new city tree code took effect in January. It brings new protections to trees on both public and private property, along with stricter regulations and tough...
by Gary Chandler | Sep 18, 2013 | Urban Forestry
The TREE Fund Takes Climate Action The STIHL Tour des Trees, America’s largest fundraiser for tree research, recently concluded its 2013 ride and raised more than $585,000 to date. Participants in the international 585-mile ride around Lake Ontario stopped at...
by Gary Chandler | Jun 29, 2012 | Global Warming, Urban Forestry
Urban Forests A Shield Against Climate Change When we think of forest conservation and reforestation efforts, most people think of mountains and rainforests, but the trees in your city or town also can make a difference in many ways. In addition to the quality of life...
by Gary Chandler | Mar 27, 2012 | Global Warming, Urban Forestry
Time For Greener Cities Cities around the world are home to about 50 percent of the world’s population and they generate 80 percent of our planet’s greenhouse gases. To help offset that profound environmental impact, cities need to maximize the beneficial use of trees...
