Private schools offer 41% more tree shade than state schools in England
Research indicates that private schools in England have 41% more tree cover than state schools, highlighting a significant socioeconomic disparity in environmental amenities. The study suggests this lack of shade leaves state school students more vulnerable to extreme heatwaves.
Trees reduce latent heat by providing shade and can bring surface temperatures down by up to 12C-18C, compared with unshaded asphalt or concrete. Photograph: Jon Challicom/Getty Trees reduce latent heat by providing shade and can bring surface temperatures down by up to 12C-18C, compared with unshaded asphalt or concrete. Photograph: Jon Challicom/Getty Schools Private schools offer 41% more tree shade than state schools in England Analysis reveals stark socioeconomic divide, with schools with highest free school meal eligibility having fewer trees
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