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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