Trees Cool Desert Cities More Than Humid Areas
Staff Report /
Dr. Ben Crawford from the University of Colorado Denver contributed to a significant study led by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). This research has found that trees in arid desert cities, such as Tucson, provide a more substantial cooling effect compared to trees in humid regions. The study highlights the importance of urban forestry in desert environments for temperature regulation. For further details, a link is available for more information.
Source: UC Denver
Source Type: College
Source Location: Denver
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