Trees make a difference in Camden

A non-profit is planting trees in an effort to prevent flooding, improve air quality, and beautify the urban area.

By: Katie Thorn

Outlets: South Jersey Climate News

Published: August 19, 2026

Words: 814

Last Updated: 4 weeks, 2 days ago

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Across from the historic city of Philadelphia is Camden, New Jersey, home to more than 70,000 residents and some of South Jersey’s biggest companies. Behind the booming businesses are streets that flood, water that’s polluted, and air that’s contaminated.

The city may be facing these environmental hardships, but environmental advocates are turning to something simple to benefit the area: trees.

The New Jersey Tree Foundation is a statewide nonprofit aimed at planting trees in …

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