Cities need forests. The network of woodlands, groups of trees and individual trees in a city and on its fringes performs a huge range of functions, such as: regulating climate; storing carbon; removing air pollutants; reducing the risk of flooding; assisting in food, energy and water security; and improving the physical and mental health of citizens. Forests enhance the look of cities and play important roles in social cohesion; they may even reduce crime. This edition of Unasylva takes a close look at urban and peri-urban forestry - its benefits, pitfalls, governance and challenges.
| ISBN: | 9789251303832 |
| Publication date: | 30th June 2018 |
| Author: | Food and Agriculture Organization |
| Publisher: | Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations an imprint of Food & Agriculture Organization |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 88 pages |
| Genres: |
Central / national / federal government policies Urban and municipal planning and policy Forestry and silviculture |