Why Some NYC Neighborhoods Are 10–15 Degrees Hotter Than Others
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Removed: That uneven access to shade is part of a larger pattern across the City, said Tami Lin-Moges, New York City director for the Nature Conservancy.
Added: Tree canopy coverage varies widely across New York City, affecting how much cooling, shade and other environmental benefits residents experience, according to Tami Lin-Moges, New York City director for The Nature Conservancy.
Added: The organization's 2026 Growing Greener report found that trees in New York City are estimated to lower air temperature by an average of 0.13 degrees and reduce exposure to ultraviolet radiation by an average of 25.1 percent.