We analyze 20,660 transactions of single family detached houses sold in 2003 and 2004 in
the city of Los Angeles, CA, to estimate the value of urban trees, irrigated grass, and non …

Tree planting programs are being implemented in many US cities (most notably New York,
Los Angeles, and Chicago) on the basis of the multiple environmental and health benefits …

Many cities around the world have undertaken greening programs (eg, planting urban trees,
adding or enhancing parks, providing incentives for green roofs) to benefit from the …

This study assesses the influence of the Modifiable Areal Unit Problem (MAUP) in analysis
of the effect of built environment (BE) exposure on moderate and vigorous physical activity …

Extreme heat in the US is a leading cause of weather-related deaths, disproportionately
affecting low-income communities of color who tend to live in substandard housing with …

Little appears to be known about the value of urban green spaces (tree canopy cover and
grassy areas) in a Mediterranean climate, or in relation to multifamily buildings. This study …

In a growing number of cities around the world, urban forestry is receiving investment for its
social and ecological benefits. As the planet warms, advancing urban forest equity by …

Executive Summary The nine county San Francisco Bay area contains over 200
municipalities and approximately 6.7 million people. Rapid growth, especially in outlying …