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A New Roadmap for Urban Tree Planting YSE research scientists have developed a data-driven framework for equitable urban tree planting that can guide city planners, nonprofits, and local governments in targeting the most impactful planting sites. Article October 21, 2025
Fact Sheet Building for Cool in Informal Settlements Retrofitting existing structures may provide better cooling outcomes than uninformed redevelopment
Fact Sheet Increasing the Climate Resilience of Health Systems Preparing facilities and supply chains for climate risks can ensure continuous, high-quality medical care
Video Interview Mayor of Freetown on using trees to address heat Listen to Mayor Aki-Sawyerr of Freetown, Sierra Leone detail the city's innovative approach to planting 1 million trees by 2024
Fact Sheet Connecting Streets to Reduce Cars Connected streets can increase transit options and improve quality of life for residents
This car-free neighborhood was designed to revolutionize American cities In the news November 14, 2025
Want to cut health care costs by $70 billion? Take urban climate action In the news September 30, 2025
