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Simulated additional tree locations
Overview
This layer shows the additional trees added under a modeled scenario. Tree locations represent the placement of individual trees within plantable areas to achieve the target canopy coverage.
Function
To estimate the number and spatial distribution of trees required to reach the scenario target.
Source
WRI
Data sources
WRI/Meta global tree canopy, WRI OpenUrban, OpenStreetMap
Spatial resolution
NA
Spatial coverage
Areas of interest identified by cities
Temporal resolution
static
Temporal coverage
2009-2020
Cautions
Modeled tree scenarios are hypothetical and only represent one possible outcome. Addtionally, the data is only as strong as its supporting layers. Our input datasets might not be completely accurate in terms of the location and height of urban features like buildings and trees. The scenarios are suitable for guiding assessments of heat and the potential for creating interventions, but are not intended to serve as a tool for designing tree planting programs.