World Forum on Urban Forests : a call for action

World Forum on Urban Forests : a call for action

Year of publication 2018

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Document

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Synopsis (short abstract) Whether we live in small or large cities, we all need healthy urban forests, trees and green space for our livelihoods, recreation, and, in general, for our well-being. Too often, the enormous value of urban trees and green spaces is forgotten in the rapid expansion of towns and cities. Now is the time to take global action to preserve these precious resources.

Language English

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