The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies will hold a virtual Cary Science Conversation on Trees in Trouble featuring forest ecologist Gary Lovett on July 23rd from 7 to 8:30 pm EDT.
Trees play a critical role in keeping people and the planet healthy. They filter air pollution, reduce flooding, cool neighborhoods, provide wildlife habitat, and store carbon that would otherwise contribute to climate change.
Unfortunately, our trees are in trouble. Imported forest pests, like the emerald ash borer and spotted lanternfly, are quietly attacking forests, street trees, and parks in every state across the US. Losing trees means we’re also losing the essential services they perform.
Removing and replanting lost trees isn’t cheap. Damages caused by forest pests cost homeowners and municipalities billions of dollars annually. Costs associated with Asian longhorned beetle alone are projected to reach $12.7 billion this year.
In conversation with Cary President Joshua Ginsberg, Lovett will discuss the forest pest problem, and the path forward. Learn how we can work together to stem the tide of pest invasions.
To take part in this conversation, register to access the Zoom link at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trees-in-trouble-cary-science-conversation-tickets-110288742598?aff=monthly&utm_source=Cary+Newsletter&utm_campaign=90ef1c2786-email_may_2020_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_6209050ace-90ef1c2786-387809074&mc_cid=90ef1c2786&mc_eid=818f7a5a83