A Lisle letter to the editor: Many people take trees for granted -- except those who don't have any in their neighborhoods.
Many people take trees for granted -- except those who don't have any in their neighborhoods. On this Arbor Day, while some urban and suburban areas are lush with mature trees providing a beautiful green canopy, the numerous benefits of trees are often unavailable to those in under-resourced neighborhoods.
A Chicago Region Trees Initiative analysis of the region's tree canopy shows that areas with less canopy tend to have greater percentages of people of color, higher summer temperatures, increased air and water pollution and lower income. Science has demonstrated how the presence of neighborhood trees can be the difference between life and death for vulnerable populations. Mature, well-maintained trees are an important asset in keeping communities healthy and safe.
Individuals can make a major impact by learning how to properly care for the trees in their neighborhoods or on their property and by joining local tree planting and stewardship efforts, advocating for tree-friendly public policies and supporting local conservation organizations including public gardens, park districts and forest preserves. Unfortunately, not all communities have the resources needed to plant and sustain a healthy, diverse tree canopy in an increasingly urbanizing world.
Together, in partnership with individuals, communities, organizations and government agencies, let's transform our love of trees into an understanding of their benefits and take urgent action to make them equitably available so that everyone can enjoy a healthier and more sustainable future for generations to come.
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