'We need trees': green vision struggles to take root in Europe's cities

Planners want to plant trees to tackle climate crisis but often face a hostile urban environmentFrom Madrid to Berlin and Paris to Budapest, scientists and planners agree, trees, trees and yet more trees can help make Europe's cities more comfortable - even survivable - over the coming years, as global heating strengthens its grip.But concrete pavements, high-rise buildings, historical squares and underground car parks are a hostile environment for trees, and authorities are finding it hard to plant more. In fact, many EU cities are less green than they were a century ago. Continue reading...