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Toulouse: Action Against The Cutting Of A London Plane Tree

Residents of a small neighborhood in Toulouse are calling on the NGO GNSA (National Group of Trees Observation) to help protect an at least 80-year-old London plane tree from being cut down. Vincent, a member of the GNSA, is placing a banner that cites a French constitutional law stating, ''Everybody has the duty to contribute to the preservation and improvement of the environment.'' The town hall argues that it is simpler to cut the tree down as its roots are starting to break through the concrete. Trees are widely recognized for their ability to combat the urban heat island effect through shade and evapotranspiration. The inhabitants express their fondness for listening to birds in the morning and emphasize the tree's importance in cooling the area during summer, especially with the increasing number of heatwaves. They also mention that the tree's shade lowers the temperature by nearly 4?C. This is happening in Toulouse, France, on May 2, 2024. (Photo by Alain Pitton/NurPhoto)

Toulouse: Action Against The Cutting Of A London Plane Tree

A painted mark indicates that a London plane tree is set to be cut down in a small neighborhood in Toulouse, France, on May 2, 2024. Residents have called upon the NGO GNSA (National Group of Trees Observation) to assist in protecting this tree, which is at least 80 years old. Vincent, a GNSA member, is placing a banner that references a French constitutional law, stating, ''Everybody has the duty to contribute to the preservation and improvement of the environment.'' The local town hall argues that cutting the tree is simpler as its roots are beginning to damage the concrete. Trees are widely recognized for their ability to combat the urban heat island effect through shade and evapotranspiration. The inhabitants express their fondness for the birdsong in the morning and emphasize the tree's importance in cooling the area during the increasingly frequent summer heatwaves. They also note that the tree's shade reduces the temperature by nearly 4?C. (Photo by Alain Pitton/NurPhoto)

Toulouse: Action Against The Cutting Of A London Plane Tree

Vincent is climbing a tree wearing a vest with the logo of the NGO GNSA in Toulouse, France, on May 2, 2024. Residents of a small neighborhood have called upon the NGO GNSA (National Group of Trees Observation) to assist in protecting an at least 80-year-old London plane tree from being cut down. Vincent, a GNSA member, is placing a banner that highlights a French constitutional law stating, ''Everybody has the duty to do their part to the preservation and the improvement of the environment.'' The town hall argues that it is simpler to cut the tree down as its roots are starting to break through the concrete. Trees are known to be effective in combating the urban heat island effect through their shade and evapotranspiration. The inhabitants express their appreciation for the birdsong in the morning and emphasize the tree's importance in cooling the area during the summer and its increasingly frequent heatwaves. They also mention that the tree's shade reduces the temperature by nearly 4?C. (Photo by Alain Pitt

Toulouse: Action Against The Cutting Of A London Plane Tree

Vincent is placing a banner on the London plane tree in a small neighborhood in Toulouse, France, on May 2, 2024. The residents have sought assistance from the NGO GNSA (National Group of Trees Observation) to protect this tree, which is at least 80 years old, from being cut down. Vincent, a GNSA member, is hanging a banner that cites a French constitutional law stating, ''Everybody has the duty to contribute to the preservation and improvement of the environment.'' The town hall argues that it is simpler to cut the tree down as its roots are starting to damage the concrete. Trees are known to combat the urban heat island effect through their shade and evapotranspiration. The locals express their fondness for the birdsong in the morning and emphasize the tree's importance in cooling the area during the increasingly frequent summer heatwaves. They also mention that the tree's shade reduces the temperature by nearly 4?C. (Photo by Alain Pitton/NurPhoto)

Toulouse: Action Against The Cutting Of A London Plane Tree

Vincent is placing a banner in the London plane tree in a small neighborhood in Toulouse, France, on May 2, 2024. The residents have sought assistance from the NGO GNSA (National Group of Trees Observation) to protect this tree, which is at least 80 years old, from being cut down. Vincent, a GNSA member, is hanging a banner that cites a French constitutional law stating, ''Everybody has the duty to contribute to the preservation and improvement of the environment.'' The town hall argues that it is simpler to cut the tree down as its roots are starting to break through the concrete. Trees are known to be effective in combating the urban heat island effect through their shade and evapotranspiration. The inhabitants express their fondness for listening to birds in the morning and emphasize the tree's importance in cooling the area during the summer and its increasingly frequent heatwaves. They also mention that the tree's shade reduces the temperature by nearly 4?C. (Photo by Alain Pitton/NurPhoto)

Toulouse: Action Against The Cutting Of A London Plane Tree

Vincent is placing a banner in the London plane tree in Toulouse, France, on May 2, 2024. The banner proclaims the constitutional law: ''Everybody has the duty to do their part for the preservation and improvement of the environment.'' Residents of a small neighborhood in Toulouse have enlisted the help of the NGO GNSA (National Group of Trees Observation) to protect this London plane, which is at least 80 years old, from being cut down. Vincent, a GNSA member, is hanging a banner to remind everyone of the French constitutional law. The town hall argues that it is simpler to cut the tree down as its roots are starting to break through the concrete. Trees are known to combat the urban heat island effect with their shade and evapotranspiration. The locals express their fondness for hearing birds in the morning and emphasize the tree's importance in cooling the area during the summer and its increasingly frequent heatwaves. They also note that the tree's shade reduces the temperature by nearly 4?C. (Photo by Ala

After 37 Days In The Trees To Block The Cut Of Trees For The A69 Highway, 'Ecureuils Climb Down

People are waiting for the 'Ecureuils' to climb down from the trees they have occupied for 37 days to prevent them from being cut down. After 37 days in the trees, the last three 'Ecureuils' descended as the French Justice ruled that the Crem'Arbre must be protected and the trees cannot be cut until September 1st. Supporters, including LVEL members, are gathering to welcome the 'Ecureuils' back to the ground. Riot police are present to prevent public disorder. The 'Ecureuils' and their trees were surrounded by police for over a month. In Saix, Tarn, France, on the proposed A69 highway route between Toulouse and Castres, opponents set up a ZAD named 'Crem'Arbre' to live in the trees and block their cutting. The main collective 'La Voie est Libre' is advocating for the highway project to be halted until all judicial decisions are made. Not all expropriations for farmers have been resolved. Opponents argue that upgrading the N126 would be sufficient for the anticipated 6,000 vehicles per day and would be much le

After 37 Days In The Trees To Block The Cut Of Trees For The A69 Highway, 'Ecureuils Climb Down

Reva, one of the three 'Ecureuils', is being hugged by a friend. After 37 days in the trees, the last three 'Ecureuils' living in the ZAD (Zone To Defend) known as Crem'Arbre have descended as the French Justice has recognized that the Crem'Arbre must be protected and the trees should not be cut until September 1st. People, sympathizers, and LVEL members are welcoming the 'Ecureuils' on the ground. Riot police are present but only to avoid public disorder. The 'Ecureuils' and their trees had been besieged by police for more than a month. In Saix, Tarn, France, on the planned A69 highway between Toulouse and Castres, opponents have set up a ZAD called 'Crem'Arbre', and 'Ecureuils' have been living in the trees to prevent them from being cut down. The main collective 'La Voie est Libre' is demanding that the highway construction be halted until all judicial decisions have been made. Not all expropriations for farmers have been resolved. Opponents of the project argue that reprofiling the N126 would be sufficien

After 37 Days In The Trees To Block The Cut Of Trees For The A69 Highway, 'Ecureuils Climb Down

People are applauding the 'Ecureuils' who lived in the trees for 37 days to block their illegal cutting for the planned A69 highway. After 37 days in the trees, the last three 'Ecureuils' (meaning 'squirrels') living in the trees of the Crem'Arbre ZAD (Zone To Defend) are climbing down as the French Justice has recognized that the Crem'Arbre must be protected and the trees remain uncut until September 1st. People, sympathizers, and LVEL members are coming to welcome the 'Ecureuils' on the ground. Riot police are present but only to avoid public disorder. The 'Ecureuils' and their trees have been besieged by police for more than a month. In Saix, Tarn, France, on March 24, 2024, opponents have installed a ZAD dubbed 'Crem'Arbre' and 'Ecureuils' are living in the trees to block their cutting. The main collective 'La Voie est Libre' (meaning 'The Way is Free') wants the highway to be stopped until all the justice decisions are given. All expropriations for farmers aren't cleared. Opponents of this project say th

After 37 Days In The Trees To Block The Cut Of Trees For The A69 Highway, 'Ecureuils Climb Down

Thomas Brail, the founder of the GNSA, is filming with his smartphone Reva, one of the three 'Ecureuils', in Saix, France, on March 24, 2024. After 37 days in the trees, the last three 'Ecureuils', who have been living in the trees of the Crem'Arbre ZAD (Zone To Defend), are climbing down as the French Justice has recognized that the Crem'Arbre must be protected and the trees cannot be cut until September 1st. People, sympathizers, and LVEL members are coming to welcome the 'Ecureuils' on the ground. Riot police are present but only to avoid public disorder. The 'Ecureuils' and their trees have been besieged by police for more than a month. Opponents of the planned A69 highway between Toulouse and Castres have installed a ZAD dubbed 'Crem'Arbre', and the 'Ecureuils' are living in the trees to block their cutting. The main collective 'La Voie est Libre' wants the highway to be stopped until all the justice decisions are made. All expropriations for farmers have not been cleared. Opponents of this project argue

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