Global Warming
This statement caught my attention:
The equation of 1 tree=10 conditioners may not be a simple comparison but I certainly agree with the fact that big trees do cool down the air surrounding.
I still remember many parts of Singapore (i.e Woodland area) were so cooling (compared to Johor Baru) as they were covered with massive trees sheltering the people from direct sunlight. That’s a very smart and farsighted move.
Unfortunately, many of our Council people do not appreciate these big trees. Instead, they replaced these trees with decorative palm trees (i.e. along Jalan Damansara), which not only not provide cool air to the surrounding but I believe one of these palm trees costs the council at least 10 air conditioners to purchase and maintain. -eng
