Greenium
Did you ever notice that we willingly pay a green premium? Think of property prices. Houses or apartments in lush suburbs with tree-lined streets, near parks or in the countryside cost more to rent or buy. The reason is simple: we value green space. Trees and parks improve our quality of life. We know from scientific studies that being in and around nature adds to our health and wellbeing. So why do we still have cities and towns that prioritise roads, parking and pavements over trees, lawns and lakes? Spending on urban and suburban greening is a sustainable investment.
— Wayne Visser
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