This article is frustrating for me. Especially his take on trees. The article states the target goal/amount of trees planted would only reduce carbon 6%. Ok, but, it will reduce temperature. I live in WV near a state forest. It is typically 7°-15° F cooler at my house than in town. Additionally, the sun in the summer doesn’t even hit my house until noon-ish, which significantly reduces my air conditioner consumption.
I chose to share this mostly for awareness. I am not especially fond of his perspective.
I think the take on trees is massively important when it comes to outdoor planning (or whatever you call it) in cities. Green patches in cities help reduce temperature, making it a safer environment. Oftentimes trees are available in the rich parts of cities but not the poor parts.