MA Urban Canopy Project
Main Content
Clean The Air
Trees filter the air by removing dust and absorbing air pollutants.
Cool Down
The net cooling effect of a healthy tree is equivalent to 10 room size airconditioners operating 20 hours a day.
Add Value
Trees and landscaping can raise property values up to 20%
Reduce Noise
Tree-lined streets reduce noise pollution by absorbing sounds and slowing down traffic.
Create Habitats
Many birds and animals use trees for food and shelter
Improve Life
Trees beautify neighborhoods and reduce crime, improving the quality of life.
Testimonials
"It is simply improving the conditions of the neighborhood and increasing tree canopy."
Fall River 3
Fall River Resident"I see a lot of the younger generation going into the park which wasn’t happening before. And I see the ones with their little kids now going into the park, and that’s a great thing. I did that with my kid, you know what I’m sayin’?"
Fall River 2
Fall River Resident"It makes a nice living space for people, it provides shade, and improves the quality of the air."
Fall River
Fall River Resident"I think it's healthier having the greenery and the trees."
Holyoke 4
Holyoke Resident"I mean, if you were to go out and buy trees, imagine how much that would cost. I think it's wonderful that it is a free program for the people that are interested."
Holyoke 3
Holyoke Resident“I joined the program because it increases energy efficiency at home and the overall air quality of the community.”
Holyoke 2
Holyoke Resident"I thought that my property was pretty barren and I just-I miss trees, I’m used to having trees, so I was more than thrilled, I was very happy."
Holyoke 1
Holyoke Resident"Well, I always liked trees, I think that they are good for the environment. Also, for privacy purpose that's more or less it. I always liked trees and it beautifies the property. I figured it was an opportunity to get it."
Chelsea 3
Chelsea Resident"So hopefully when the trees goes up and kind of creates a shade, I mean it lowers my bill, so. That's my goal, as much as I want to enjoy the beauty of it"
Chelsea 2
Chelsea Resident"We are invested in the community and invested in creating opportunities making it a good place to live in for people to make sure that they have their needs met."
Chelsea 1
Chelsea Resident
