04/19/2018

Ohio Cities Need More Trees

The Ohio Chapter ISA encourages you to plant and care for trees

The spring season is a time when many people suffer from respiratory difficulties, and trees can help provide some much-needed relief. Former United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt stated that:

“Forests are the lungs of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people.”

Trees today have become a vital resource in our urban centers in Ohio in cities like Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati and other areas. In fact, on the average, one tree produces nearly 260 pounds of oxygen each year. Two mature trees can provide enough oxygen for a family of four. An acre of trees also produces enough oxygen for 18 people to breathe for a year.

Please select this link to read the complete article from Richland Source.