Private schools offer 41% more tree shade than state schools in England
Research in England found a significant disparity in tree cover between private and state schools. Private school grounds have 41% more trees, offering greater cooling and shade, particularly concerning given recent extreme heat reaching 40C in some classrooms. The findings highlight a socioeconomic divide impacting school environments.
Research in England found a significant disparity in tree cover between private and state schools. Private school grounds have 41% more trees, offering greater cooling and shade, particularly concerning given recent extreme heat reaching 40C in some classrooms. The findings highlight a socioeconomic divide impacting school environments.
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