Trees are a crucial investment in New York City's climate resiliency infrastructure, with NYC Parks setting a record year in tree planting to provide vital shade amidst increasing heat due to climate change - Sue Donoghue, Parks Commissioner.
City's trees generate $126 million in savings from stormwater interception, air pollutants capture, and energy conservation. Uneven tree distribution addressed by planting in heat-vulnerable neighborhoods, like sections of the Bronx - enhancing resiliency
Nearly every Bronx neighborhood has a Heat Vulnerability Index score of 4 or 5, indicating the highest risks of heat-related deaths. Strategic new tree plantings aim to alleviate the heat island effect, particularly in areas like Williamsbridge, Woodlawn, and Soundview.
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