Environ Pollut October 2014 PMID 25016465

Tree and forest effects on air quality and human health in the United States.

David J Nowak, Satoshi Hirabayashi, Allison Bodine, Eric Greenfield

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What people are saying

The group shows mostly neutral agreement, with some posts expressing strong support through positive hashtags, and others challenging misconceptions about urban trees. The tone of the second discussion is confrontational, emphasizing the need for accurate information, which reflects a moderate level of engagement and concern about environmental health issues.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The first discussion shows support for the ideas in the publication with enthusiastic hashtags, while the second disagrees with the concerns raised, indicating a neutral stance overall.

InterestModerate interest

There is some curiosity about trees and their effects, as seen in the passionate posts about environmental issues and personal health benefits.

EngagementModerate engagement

The comments reflect active engagement, especially in correcting misinformation and emphasizing the importance of research.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions highlight awareness of environmental and health considerations, but do not seem to significantly influence broader policy or societal change.

Abstract in brief

  • Trees and forests in the US help improve air quality by capturing particulate matter and absorbing gaseous pollutants, but the overall impact varies and is not fully understood.
  • In 2010, trees removed about 174 million tonnes of air pollution, which is valued at around $68 billion in terms of human health benefits, mainly affecting urban areas.
  • The pollution reduction led to small overall air quality improvements (less than 1%), but it prevented over 850 deaths and 670,000 respiratory issues.]

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Joe
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@Alexisization Trees are not harmed by airborne particulates, it's often soil issues and water scarcity that kills urban trees. I hate how much misinformation has gone around because of this stupid idea. Do like maybe 2 minutes of research before posting this stuff https://t.co/wc4kMvMJub

Mar 30, 2023 · 9 likes · 247 followers View post →
Suzanne Alexander, M.Ed.
@SuzAlexander61 · X

4. Nowak DJ, et al. (2014). Tree and forest effects on air quality and human health in the United States. Environmental Pollution, 193, 119–129. #nationalloveatreeday #hugatree #tree #nature #god #health #healing #heal #forestbathing #love

May 18, 2025 · 3 likes · 224 followers View post →

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Suzanne Alexander, M.Ed.
@SuzAlexander61 · X

4. Nowak DJ, et al. (2014). Tree and forest effects on air quality and human health in the United States. Environmental Pollution, 193, 119–129. #nationalloveatreeday #hugatree #tree #nature #god #health #healing #heal #forestbathing #love

May 18, 2025 · 3 likes · 224 followers View post →
Joe
@Skogur2 · X

@Alexisization Trees are not harmed by airborne particulates, it's often soil issues and water scarcity that kills urban trees. I hate how much misinformation has gone around because of this stupid idea. Do like maybe 2 minutes of research before posting this stuff https://t.co/wc4kMvMJub

Mar 30, 2023 · 9 likes · 247 followers View post →