Tree San Diego Aiming to Increase Tree Canopy from 13% to 35% by 2030
Tree San Diego is on a mission to transform the urban landscape by increasing tree coverage in underserved neighborhoods. Using TreePlotter technology, they meticulously track their planting efforts and monitor progress. Their ambitious goal is to more than double San Diego County's tree canopy from 13% to 35% by 2030, creating a greener, healthier, and more equitable environment for all residents
Having a Tree Champion in Government Can Transform Urban Forestry
Urban forests provide immense benefits to our communities, from improving air quality to reducing energy costs. Yet urban forestry programs often struggle for funding and resources. The game-changer? Having a tree advocate or two among government decision makers.
• Supportive leaders can help secure critical funding and staff • They can elevate urban forestry as a priority alongside other city services • Their advocacy raises public awareness about the value of urban trees
How to cultivate tree champions: • Use data visualizations to illustrate canopy coverage and gaps • Share inventory statistics on tree health, diversity, and maintenance needs • Benchmark your urban forest management plan against other cities • Make the benefits tangible
With the right advocates in city hall, we can grow healthier, greener, more livable cities for all.
Helping Teens Fall in Love with the Outdoors and Find a Career
The Cream City Conservation Corps making waves by introducing teens to green job opportunities and fostering a new generation of environmental stewards.
• Program provides paid work experience and career exposure • Focuses on underrepresented youth in environmental fields • Participants engage in hands-on conservation projects • Aims to diversify the environmental workforce
This initiative not only benefits the environment but also opens doors for young people who might not have considered these career paths before. It's inspiring to see programs that combine education, employment, and environmental consciousness.
Kudos to August Ball, the founder of Cream City Conservation Corps, for creating this impactful program. Let's support efforts like these that invest in our youth and our planet's future!
OCTOBER 1, 2024: Join our Professional Services team for an overview of TreePlotter's Work Order Management system, the final, comprehensive session in this three-part training series. Come learn how to integrate Work Records, Work Orders, and Service Requests together using comprehensive workflows.
Despite our hyper-connected lives, many Americans feel more alone than ever. The latest APA poll reveals that one in three U.S. adults experience loneliness weekly, with young adults particularly affected.
On November 19, 2024, at the Urban and Community Forestry Society Conference in Chicago , Nadina Galle will be delivering a keynote on how urban forests can help combat loneliness. In "Trees, Tech, and Togetherness," I'll explore how innovative projects like Melbourne’s emailing trees and Amsterdam’s talking trees can reconnect us with nature—and each other.
Let’s reimagine urban spaces as vital community hubs that promote both environmental and mental well-being.
Arizona State University is spearheading a transformative project to enhance green infrastructure and economic growth in Phoenix through the Greater Phoenix Urban Forestry Accelerator. This $5 million initiative, funded by the USDA Forest Service , aims to develop community-driven urban forestry plans to combat extreme heat and promote environmental justice.
This initiative promises to foster healthier, more sustainable urban environments while offering new career opportunities.
Enhance Urban Forest Planning with a Focus on Equity
We're thrilled to share PlanIT Geo’s latest innovation: the Land Cover and Tree Equity (LCTE) Data Pack. This new tool is designed to enhance urban forest planning with a focus on equity, combining detailed canopy and land cover data with socioeconomic insights.
The LCTE Data Pack helps cities like Garland, Texas, effectively utilize grant resources to increase tree coverage in underserved areas, ensuring equitable distribution of urban forestry benefits. This tool not only supports better planning but also enables precise tracking and storytelling of the impact on communities.
Learn How to Plan and Execute Justice40 Eligible Tree Work Directly in TreePlotter
While the Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST) offers a baseline for identifying disadvantaged communities, our new Land Cover and Tree Equity data pack goes further by summarizing detailed land cover data within areas identified by CEJST as disadvantaged, allowing users to prioritize and track projects at a granular level, ensuring every dollar is spent in areas that need it most.
Join us on Wednesday, October 9th as we deep dive into effectively planning Justice40 eligible tree planting and maintenance projects with TreePlotter INVENTORY and the Land Cover and Tree Equity (LCTE) data pack.
Philadelphia is Taking an Innovative Approach to Urban Forestry and Sustainability
The city has partnered with Cambium Carbon LLC to launch a groundbreaking initiative that transforms urban wood waste into valuable resources. This project not only addresses environmental concerns but also creates economic opportunities:
Houston is facing a critical challenge with rising temperatures exacerbated by urban sprawl. Thankfully, initiatives like the Tree Equity movement are making strides in mitigating this by increasing urban tree coverage. TreePlotter will help Houston meet the goal to plant over 4 million trees by 2030, setting a standard in urban climate resilience. Learn how trees are making Houston a cooler, more livable city.
10 Ways Planting More Trees in Cities Makes People Healthier
Arizona State University is spearheading a transformative project to enhance green infrastructure and economic growth in Phoenix through the Greater Phoenix Urban Forestry Accelerator. This $5 million initiative, funded by the USDA Forest Service , aims to develop community-driven urban forestry plans to combat extreme heat and promote environmental justice.
This initiative promises to foster healthier, more sustainable urban environments while offering new career opportunities.
Pioneering Forest Resilience at the University of Minnesota
Their new climate-ready woodlands program is set to transform forest management practices. By introducing a curated list of species recommended for resilience in a changing climate, the program aims to equip landowners with the knowledge to make informed decisions about forest stewardship. This initiative not only supports biodiversity but also prepares our forests for future environmental challenges.
Street Tree Trials: Cultivating Urban Forests Across Australia with TREENET
Treenet Incorporated, an Australian urban forestry organization, has been pioneering street tree trials across the country using TreePlotter.
Here are some fascinating insights:
• Trials started in Adelaide and have expanded to cities, nurseries, and public gardens nationwide. • Climate resilience is a key factor in species selection. • Challenges vary by region - from humidity and wood decay in Brisbane to cold temperatures and view preservation in Hobart. • Collaboration is crucial - cities are sharing knowledge on innovative planting techniques and designs. • The Urban Tree Trials Database (UTTD), allows practitioners to share observations and photos.
These trials are shaping the future of Australia's urban forests, ensuring they're resilient, diverse, and well-adapted to local conditions.
