Boston's Mayor Wu announces investment in trees for cooling, flood reduction and beauty

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Boston will more than triple the number of city employees focused on trees, from 5 to 16 people, and create a new forestry office in an effort to expand tree coverage in the city.

Anout today says 27% of the city is covered by trees, on average. But the canopy varies from just 7% in East Boston to 43% in Jamaica Plain.

That disparity contributes to a 10-degree difference in day and nighttime temperatures and puts residents in hotspots at greater risk for heat related illnesses. Aalso increases the risk of flooding, is linked to higher crime rates and worse mental health. “In the city of Boston, this is our best green technology to fight heat, make us resilient and make our communities beautiful,” Wu said.

 

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Parking lots should have trees canopies.

Good!

That's great news! I also talked with Speak For the Trees Boston and David just last year about equitable urban greenery. It was inspiring to see so many volunteers elated to help. They do great work.

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