"Greening the Big Apple: NYC's Ambitious Plan to Boost Urban Forest and Tree Canopy. New York City is taking a significant step towards becoming a more sustainable and environmentally conscious metropolis, with a comprehensive plan to enhance its living infrastructure. The city's urban forest and tree canopy have been identified as crucial components in mitigating the effects of climate change, improving air quality, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. A new initiative, outlined on the official NYC.gov website, aims to provide funding and management strategies to support the growth and maintenance of the city's urban forest, with the goal of increasing the tree canopy cover and making New York City a model for urban sustainability."
New York City’s Living Infrastructure: Funding and Managing NYC’s Urban Forest and Tree Canopy NYC.gov