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Preserve and plant trees
Sustainable living › Home improvement › Preserve and plant trees
Every tree matters. Plant, protect and care for trees on your property and in your neighborhood for healthier air, cleaner water and cooler homes.
A nature-friendly solution
Preserving and planting trees is one of the best, easiest, least expensive ways to reduce energy and sewer bills, improve air and water quality, provide habitat for native birds and wildlife, use fewer natural resources and keep our region green, lush and beautiful. Every single tree helps improve the health of people, streams and wildlife.
Benefits of trees
Preserving and planting trees, especially mature trees:
- helps protect water quality and provide wildlife habitat
- provides shade and cools air
- improves air quality
- can reduce utility bills
- absorbs and filters pollutants from soil and water
- adds beauty and recreation options to neighborhoods
- increases property values and marketability
- provides privacy and reduces noise and glare
Resources
- Tree fact sheet
City of Portland, OR
Trees: benefits, maintenance, costs and local examples - Friends of Trees
Portland, OR
Programs, resources, local training and planting schedules - Trees are good
International Society of Arboriculture, Champaign, IL
Benefits, values, functions, maintenance and tree care information
Need Assistance?
Corie Harlan
503-797-1764
corie.harlan@oregonmetro.gov