Small Quebec town introduces $200 tax for treeless yards in effort to combat heat islands

Annabelle Oliver

2025-03-29

CBC News

Tags: Environmental Policy, Urban Forestry, Community Initiatives, Climate Action, Tree Conservation

"Ménard said the eco tax was put in place to encourage residents to adopt more environmentally friendly behaviours and plant more trees. "

The article discusses the introduction of an eco-tax in Saint-Amable, Quebec, aimed at homeowners without trees on their properties. This initiative is part of a broader effort to combat climate change and enhance urban greenery, as trees play a crucial role in reducing atmospheric CO2 levels, similar to how they benefit vehicles by improving air quality. The tax is designed to encourage residents to plant trees, aligning with the goals of organizations like Tree Canada, which promotes tree planting to mitigate carbon emissions. The local government hopes that this measure will foster a greater appreciation for the environmental value of trees and their contribution to community well-being

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Keywords: Eco-tax, Urban Trees, Climate Change, Carbon Emissions,Tree Planting,

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