Wondering through Sherwood forest

Walking through the neighborhood just off the busy streets of NE 24th and 164th Ave NE makes me aware of the benefits of the tall fir trees. The amount of sound that is deadened as I move away from those streets. The height that exists above. In the winter the snow (when it accumulates) is moderated by the trees opening spaces for walking and protection. The cooling provided in the summer sun. The signs of life that are abundant around them with squirrels, birds, rabbits, etc. I live on the busy street but it is easy to find the quiet environment. I make use of the solar energy through solar collectors but when asked to cut down trees to make it better, I said no way. I may collect a few drops of solar energy but the trees clean the air, clean the water, sequester carbon dioxide, produce oxygen and much more with the same solar energy. I find it sad to see those that would clear the land for their temporary desires and don't see the benefits they are losing.