Urban researchers highlight poor planting practices worsen heatwave impacts in cities

Urban researchers warn that poor planting practices are undermining efforts to combat heatwaves in Australian cities. A study revealed that trees in compacted areas experience a 60 percent deficit in cooling properties. As cities set ambitious canopy cover goals, the turnover of street trees poses significant challenges to climate resilience.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by The Age