Denver, CO partnered with American Forests to map tree and green spaces equity
Denver, CO mapping tree and green spaces equity
The City of Denver partnered with American Forests the non-profit conservation organization to map tree canopies. The interactive map using geospatial and census data to reveal which parts of city are less protected by tree cover and more exposed to unhealthy heat levels. The results indicated that communities of color and low-income neighborhoods across the city have fewer trees and less access to shade compared to predominantly white and affluent neighborhoods.
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Not everyone in Denver has equal access to trees and their benefits, especially when trying to escape the summer’s sweltering heat.
Report highlights 'tree equity' gaps in Colorado neighborhoods - Colorado Newsline
How much of the open space, sidewalks and other land in your neighborhood is shaded by trees? It depends on where you live.
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