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Aerial View of LA Neighborhoods Reveals Tree Disparities
Trees provide innumerable benefits to the communities where they are. From filtering the air and lowering temperatures through the shade they give to improving our health and property values. But, the benefits of trees aren't shared equally in Los Angeles.
This story is part of a special report exploring tree canopies in Southern California. Learn more about tree canopy coverage and what local organizations are doing to encourage communities to participate in tree planting initiatives at kcet.org/treecanopies.
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