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Tree Ordinances

As the population in cities across the country continues to grow, increased housing and development seems inevitable. Atlanta wants to make sure that such development doesn't mean the total loss of trees in the city.

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Trees Atlanta

Trees Atlanta is a citizen group in Atlanta that is dedicated to protecting and improving the urban environment by planting and conserving trees.
Cool Communities

This organization is aimed at improving urban environments and conserving energy.
Hedgewood Properties

This development company was featured in the program due to its allegiance to green development. Visit their website to learn more.

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Lucie Griggs is with Cool Communities, a group that looks at ways of keeping cities cooler - one of those ways is by keeping tree cover.
 
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