Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Trees release oxygen into the atmosphere.

Trees store carbon.

Trees filter dust and pollutants from the air. Leaves and bark trap harmful airborne particulate matter.

Trees reduce smog and air pollution by absorbing nitrous oxides and other pollutants, trees “cleanse” the air.

Trees provide habitat for a variety of wildlife. Many creatures, such as birds and insects, make their homes, and escape from predators, in trees.

Trees are important for pollinators.

Shade reduces our exposure to the harmful UV-B rays that cause skin cancer.

Many pharmaceuticals are derived from trees.

Trees lower our stress levels. Greenspaces calm us, slowing our heart rates and lowering our blood pressure.

Trees provide food for humans. The fruit and nuts of many tree species are important staples in our diets.

Trees create clean drinking water by filtering rainwater, trees replenish groundwater drinking sources.

More tree cover equals less crime in our communities.

Trees increase property values.

Trees attract tourists. Leafy cities draw visitors, and increase tourism dollars.

Trees reduce noise pollution. and muffle urban sounds.

Trees enhance our neighbourhoods. The more trees, the better we feel about where we live.

Trees are spiritually uplifting and hold spiritual value in many religions

Trees moderate air temperatures, reducing heating costs in winter and cooling costs in summer.

Trees buffer the wind.

Trees enhance road safety in winter by trapping drifting snow along highways.

Urban tree canopies reduce the “urban heat island effect.”

Tree roots prevent soil erosion and soil compaction, helping to reduce flooding, enhancing filtration to groundwater and reducing run-off from extreme weather events.