Detroit plans to plant 75,000 trees with $1.5bn from the Inflation Reduction Act to improve air quality and reduce heat due to climate change.

Detroit and other U.S. cities are enhancing green spaces and planting trees to address rising temperatures and heat waves due to climate change. The United Nations advocates for sustainable cooling solutions like tree planting and reflective materials, aiming for near-zero emissions by 2050. The U.S. Forest Service received $1.5 billion from the Inflation Reduction Act to support urban forestry, with Detroit planning to plant 75,000 trees to improve air quality and reduce heat.

September 28, 2024
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