Stormwater

Experts at the Green Infrastructure Center (Richmond, VA) have viewed Arlington’s tree canopy and demonstrated successful flood control services for use in multiple cities.

Flooding Increases as a result of tree removal results in more impervious surfaces which Arlington County estimated as 45% in 2018 compared to 40% in 2001.

The Arlington County Civic Federation passed a resolution on “Flood Mitigation and Stormwater Management for a Flood-Resilient Arlington” in November 2019 outlining the need to consider solutions that help control stormwater from all sources through better watershed management.

Natural Infrastructure Assessment, Snoqualimie WA (June 2020) - Quantitative valuation of green infrastructure alternatives using trees to control flooding at lower cost than traditional “gray infrastructure”.

Stormwater

Experts at the Green Infrastructure Center (Richmond, VA) have viewed Arlington’s tree canopy and demonstrated successful flood control services for use in multiple cities.

Air Quality

Trees are one of the most effective ways to prevent and reduce air pollution. Trees absorb tons of carbon dioxide,

The American Lung Association’s city rankings in its 2019 “State of the Air” report found that Arlington received an ozone grade of F and a 24-hour Particulate Pollution grade of only B. According to the EPA, ozone is a powerful oxidant that irritates airways especially for those with asthma, children, older adults and outdoor workers.