Arbor Day Foundation and Bank of America Accelerate Local Climate Resiliency Initiatives In High-Need Urban Communities
Columbia, S.C. "Communities with barriers to basic resources – including trees and green space – are often those most deeply impacted by climate change and natural disasters," said Dan Lambe, president of the Arbor Day Foundation. "In partnership with Bank of America, we are thrilled to support local programs that will focus on building up communities' climate resilience through strategic tree planting and community engagement and education." Tree canopies have been linked to many benefits like cooler cities, improved air and water quality, effective stormwater control, and better health ...