Tag: Sustainability
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Urban Farming and Air Quality Improvement
How Urban Farms Help Cities Breathe Easier Urban living comes with contaminated air from traffic, industry, and other pollution sources. But creative city farmers are growing fresh solutions. Beyond providing hyperlocal food, urban agriculture improves metropolitan air quality in profound ways. Introduction Outdoor air pollution contributes to millions of yearly deaths globally. Cities need creative…
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The Environmental Benefits of Urban Farming
How Urban Agriculture Benefits the Environment Urban farming catalyzes communities to cultivate unused space into bounty. But city gardens and farms provide far more than food alone. Their positive ripple effects on urban ecosystems are profound. This article explores the many environmental perks of local agriculture. Introduction While city growing addresses food access, it also…