Reduced soil erosion and sedimentation of streams. Increased ground water recharge that is significantly reduced by paving Lesser amounts of chemicals. Reduced wind erosion of soil. Without trees, cities would need to increase sewage and storm water drainage channels and .waste - treatment capacities to handle increased water runoff. Trees can help reduce your heating and cooling costs.
Trees save energy through cooling in the hotter months.
They provide a windbreak during winter. This results in burning less fossil fuels to generate electricity for cooling and heating. These trees provide shade and block heat from the sun during hotter months. By dropping their leaves in the fall they admit sun-light in the colder months. Place these trees on the south and west sides of buildings.