Shade Tree Commission
15 Reasons Why We Should Plant Trees
- Trees store carbon and clean the atmosphere. In 50 years, one tree generates $30,000 in oxygen, recycles $35,000 of water, and removes $60,000 of air pollution.
- Tree shade reduces air conditioning costs in residential and commercial buildings by 15 - 50 percent. Do you need a tree planted to the South or West of your house?
- Properly placed and cared for trees and shrubs significantly increase residential and commercial property values. Would you like a new tree for your property?
- Trees provide habitat for a large variety of wildlife. Do you like bird songs?
- Trees connect us with nature and reinforce spiritual and cultural values.
- Trees prevent or reduce water pollution in NJ’s streams, rivers, dams, and estuaries.
- Trees prevent or reduce soil erosion.
- Trees help recharge ground water and sustain stream flow.
- Properly placed screens of trees and shrubs decrease traffic noise along NJ’s busy streets and highways. Do you have a site that needs a tree along Rt. 46?
- Trees screen unsightly views and provide privacy for NJ homeowners.
- Trees make life more pleasant by softening harsh outlines of buildings.
- Trees add beauty and grace to any community setting. They make life more enjoyable, peaceful, and relaxing. Do you enjoy walking through Ridgefield Park?
- Research shows that trees help reduce stress in the workplace and speed hospital patients’ recovery. Do you hear the sighs of relief on NYC buses as they reach RP?
- Trees provide a multitude of recreation opportunities.
- Trees, planted as memorials, leave a valuable gift for future generations.