• Reading Levels 1 - 5
Science | Geography

What happens if you cut down all of a city’s trees?

Cities are a major part of civilisation. By 2050, 65% of humanity will live in one. We may think this is a move away from nature — but trees are essential to a city's survival. Ted-Ed explains why this is the case.

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