Benefits of Trees

Trees provide many benefits, some of which can be quantified, such as

• reduced energy costs
• oxygen generation
  
• stormwater runoff reduction
• air quality improvement
• carbon sequestration
• food production: fruit and nuts
• species habitat for native biodiversity
  
• soil conditioning with natural compost and root incursion
• urban heat island reduction with shade
  

and others that can be described qualitatively, such as

• conservation education
• improved human health
• neighborhood revitalization
• stress reduction
• hammock infrastructure!
  
• climbing courses and virtual playgrounds for kids!
  
• job training and green jobs
• recycling green waste
• tourism appeal
• natural landmarks and heritage
  
• natural beauty!