Remembering the environmental legacy of community activist Hattie Carthan, the “Tree Lady” of Brooklyn. Read An African American Tree Activist Lived in Brooklyn
Plants & Gardens Blog
Environmental Justice
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Environmental JusticePower of Trees
An African American Tree Activist Lived in Brooklyn
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Environmental JusticePower of Trees
Dr. Vivek Shandas on Trees and Equity in Cities
Dr. Vivek Shandas speaks with BBG about street trees, environmental justice, and how we can move toward a more equitable urban ecology. Read Dr. Vivek Shandas on Trees and Equity in Cities
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Urban Gardening & EcologyEnvironmental Justice
Community Garden Cultivates Social Justice
Whether born in Latin America or Bushwick, gardeners here build community and share knowledge. Read Community Garden Cultivates Social Justice
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Urban Gardening & EcologyEnvironmental Justice
Mending the World within Our Reach
Participants say just entering the Greenest Block in Brooklyn contest caused them to spend more time outdoors socializing with the neighbors. Many also feel inspired to take more action, from mentoring youth to influencing city policy. Read Mending the World within Our Reach
