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Temperatures in some Haarlem streets vary by as much as 5 degrees. Greenery is the solution, but ‘you can’t just plant trees everywhere’

Temperatures in some Haarlem streets vary by as much as 5 degrees. Greenery is the solution, but ‘you can’t just plant trees everywhere’

Haarlem, currently the most paved city in the Netherlands, faces temperature differences of up to 5 degrees between streets due to varying levels of greenery. The city is exploring ways to combat heat stress by planting trees, though logistical challenges exist in many urban areas.

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