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New 'microforests' grow in Elizabeth

Microforests are self-sufficient forests planted on small lots

Aired 10/02/2023

NJ Spotlight News

New 'microforests' grow in Elizabeth

Clip: 10/2/2023 | 3m 58sVideo has Closed Captions

Microforests are self-sufficient forests planted on small lots

A pair of "microforests" have taken root in Elizabeth, planted by community groups and local officials hoping to bring new environmental and public health benefits to the city. The concept, which was first developed in Japan decades ago, is just now catching on in the U.S. The forests, planted on small lots, are designed to be self-sufficient ways to boost tree canopy in urban areas.

Aired 10/02/2023

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