The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced it would disperse $3 million in grants improve some green spaces throughout the state, primarily in disadvantaged communities.

The money, financed by the Act to reduce inflation in the urban and community forestry sector grant program, will be used to plant 2,800 new trees, train 3,200 people, manage 157,000 trees and continue education on the initiative/sustainability.

Nineteen communities out of the 40 that applied in the state will benefit from the program and its connection to the network. Inflation Reduction Act. THE Inflation Reduction Act will help Americans upgrade their homes through lucrative tax incentives that can make projects much cheaper, or even free, while also encouraging broader adoption of clean energy. technology this will help cool the planet.

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“This program provides critical funding to help disadvantaged Michigan communities grow, maintain and sustainably manage their public trees.” said Kerry Gray, program grants coordinator. “This helps ensure that trees and the essential benefits they provide are accessible to more people in more communities.”

Approximately 84% of the nation’s population lives in urban areas similar to Michigan’s that will benefit from this program. In addition, these urban forests each year produce $18 billion in profitsincluding (but not limited to) the natural removal of air pollution, carbon storage and reduction of energy consumption.

Studies have shown that urban forests have a resounding positive impact on both human health and the environment. Residents of green spaces are three times more likely to be active and 40% less likely to be obese. Additionally, urban trees eliminate approximately 822,000 tons of air pollution per year, which is equivalent to the carbon dioxide emissions of 138,510 cars.

“Trees play a vital role in improving the quality of life for Michiganders,” wrote The Detroit News. “They improve air quality, lower summer temperatures, reduce energy costs and help manage stormwater flow. Trees improve mental and physical well-being and help reduce the effects of stormwater. climate changecreating healthier, more resilient communities.

Once plans for this grant are implemented, at least 770,000 people in these communities across the state will reap the benefits.

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