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Does planting trees actually help the climate? Here’s what we know.

Grist

Want to do something good for the Earth? This common belief, once an inspiration for Earth Day T-shirts, now forms the basis of a booming global industry. In cities, trees provide much-needed shade on hot summer days, remove pollution from the air, and help manage stormwater, reducing runoff and improving its quality.

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The 2020 GreenBiz 30 Under 30

GreenBiz

For example, on Earth Day 2019, Allbirds committed to carbon neutrality from that year forward through an internal carbon tax. It’s not just about natural vistas and pristine mountains but also air quality, waste systems, stormwater runoff and whole urban systems. . million residents.