A new research study by Professor Thomas Pugh at Lancaster University and other scientists in the UK has found that adding trees, bushes, innovative systems like green walls, or even ivy or other creeping vines, can cut street-level nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and microscopic particulate matter (PM), two of the worst forms of pollution, by eight times more than previously thought. Many urban streets have high levels of these types of pollution, far exceeding healthy amounts for humans.
Green streets not only cut pollution, – they also look so much nicer!
Indeed they do, thanks Marianne!
They cut pollution, look nicer AND provide cover and sustenance for all the other species of insects, birds and mammals thus creating a healthy habitat for lots more creatures.