Miami Beach Climate Change Plan Would See Iconic Palm Trees Swapped Out For Canopy Trees

Miami FL

26 February, 2021

4:01 PM

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By Bobeth Yates, CBS Miami February 26, 2021 The city of Miami Beach is looking ahead in hopes of solving some of their climate change concerns. Part of the city's new plan calls for a reduction in the number of palm trees, adding instead more canopy trees. "As we're thinking about planning for our city, green infrastructure is going to be a part of that solution. Our tree canopy is that first piece of green infrastructure," said Elizabeth Wheaton, Miami Beach's environment and sustainability director. Read more at CBS Miami