Haddon Township Student Builds BioShield Nexus App to Track Invasive S... New Jersey teen Dayaal Sathishkumar built BioShield Nexus, a beta citizen science app using AI and local volunteers to report invasive species on neighborhood trees.

nice! #invasives #trees #urbantrees #urbancanopy

Mobile LiDAR for Urban Forestry - What It Enables (and Where It Falls Short) This 60‑minute webinar explains, in practical terms, what mobile LiDAR captures for urban trees, how it compares to traditional and hybrid inventories

Mobile LiDAR for Urban Forestry: What It Enables (and Where It Falls Short)
Upcoming Webinar, March 24 at Noon MT - RSVP required.
#LIDAR #urbantrees #urbancanopy

DEP outlines tree, urban park and acquisition funding; residents urge more canopy in Orange Residents and municipal staff celebrated recent tree grants, urged more urban canopy and asked DEP for technical help forming tree ordinances and environmental commissions; DEP noted some federal funding ended but highlighted state Natural Climate Solutions grants and Green Acres/urban acquisition programs.

Orange is on the brink of a greener future as local advocates rally for tree grants and urban canopy expansion, but will it be enough to combat the challenges of limited space?

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#NJ #CitizenPortal #EnvironmentalGrants #CommunityForestry #NewJerseyTrees #UrbanCanopy

Seattle leaders: Put some teeth in our tree ordinance | Op-Ed As our climate warms and development speeds up, the city must do more to protect trees that are essential to public health, climate resilience and biodiversity.

get it DONE and quit selling us out to greedy developers and realtors! #seattle #urbantrees #protectourtrees #urbancanopy #greenspace #greedydevelopers #pavingtheplanet

Meet Erna Buffie, author of book 3 of The City Project Series, Out on a Limb 🌲

Pre-order Out on a Limb now on our website or from your local bookstore!
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#Trees #UrbanCanopy #TheCityProject #StrongTowns #TreesWinnipeg #Environment #UrbanForestWPG

Out on a Limb by Erna Buffie

Publication Date: May 2026

Pre-order now from our website or from your local bookstore (Link in bio 🔗)
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#Trees #UrbanCanopy #TheCityProject #StrongTowns #TreesWinnipeg #Environment #UrbanForestWPG

Larco and Knudson Write the Handbook on Sustainable Urban Design The School of Architecture & Environment (SAE), and by extension the College of Design, has a storied history of innovation and expansive sustainability research that includes the design of buildings,...

'housing reform' without protecting existing trees and greenspace is just more pavement, heat islands, higher electricity and A/C costs. this book shows a better way - read it: #urbandesign #urbancanopy #trees #greenspace #sustainability

Larco and Knudson Write the Handbook on Sustainable Urban Design The School of Architecture & Environment (SAE), and by extension the College of Design, has a storied history of innovation and expansive sustainability research that includes the design of buildings,...

Know a City/county/urban planner, architect or policy wonk? BUY them this book! #sustainability #cities #urbandesign #urbancanopy #trees #environment #cleanair #health

This is the kind of climate leadership we need! Shoutout to LCPN member and San Jose City Councilor @tordillosd3.bsky.social 🌳

#climatepolicy #urbancanopy #sanjose #LCPN #RunOnClimate #sustainability #climatechange #urbancanopy

Wausau forester outlines $500,000 urban-forestry grant, ash-removal push and plan to strengthen tree protection City forester John told the Parks and Recreation Committee the department received roughly a $500,000 grant used for a concentrated tree-planting effort and private ash-removal assistance; he urged staff training, contract changes and policy steps modeled on Madison to better protect trees during construction.

Wausau's city forester reveals a bold $500,000 initiative to combat ash tree loss and enhance urban greenery—discover how this plan aims to reshape our streetscapes!

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#WausauMarathonCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #CommunityGreening #WausauUrbanForestry #UrbanCanopy #TreeProtection

This. #UrbanCanopy

Lawmakers and Advocates Debate Forest Reserves, Watershed Protection and a Natural-and-Working-Lands Package At a joint hearing, legislators and dozens of witnesses debated several bills that would expand permanent protections for state-owned forests, create municipal reforestation programs, and recognize natural and working lands as a climate strategy. Supporters urged permanent reserves and more urban canopy; some forestry stakeholders and landowners, a

Massachusetts is at a critical crossroads as lawmakers debate bold proposals to enhance permanent protections for public forests and boost urban tree planting—will they seize this chance for climate action?

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#MA #BiodiversityProtection #CitizenPortal #UrbanCanopy

Ricardo Cardim on greening Brazil’s concrete jungle The Amazon city of Belem will take center stage in Brazil, the world’s most biodiverse country, when it hosts the <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/love-motels-converted-ferries-brazil-gets-creative-host-cop30-2025-03-28/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/love-motels-converted-ferries-brazil-gets-creative-host-cop30-2025-03-28/">COP30</a> global climate summit in November. But visitors who descend on São Paulo, the business heart of Brazil, ahead of the summit may be surprised by its treeless landscapes and polluted rivers.

"What would really help me sleep better, as someone who is passionate about our forests, would be seeing the same level of investment and value placed on carbon being directed toward the management and preservation of forest remnants." #amazonrainforest #brazil #urbantrees #urbancanopy

As mentioned, today's ECCC meeting is packed.

One of three issues we spoke to is #OttCity's Tree-Planting Strategy, as well as a Tree Equity Analysis and a Tree Canopy Update.

Please read our delegation: www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_strateg...

#Ottawa #UrbanCanopy #OttTree #Ecosystem #UrbanForest

Seattle developers cutting trees faster under protection law Mayor Harrell promised law would get Seattle “back on track,” but new street-tree planting data raises doubts

Why Seattle's mayor and most of the City Council are lying hypocrites. #urbantrees #urbancanopy #greed #fdevelopers #corruption #banMcMansions #greenspace #climatedeniers #seattle

Seattle developers cutting trees faster under protection law Mayor Harrell promised law would get Seattle “back on track,” but new street-tree planting data raises doubts

Why Seattle's mayor and most of the Seattle City Council are lying hypocrites. #votethemout #removeHarrell #seattle #protecturbantrees #banMcMansions #urbancanopy #climatedeniers #trees #habitat #greenspace

For the full Five-Year Tree Canopy Update (2017–22) PDF: documents.ottawa.ca/sites/defaul...

#Ottawa #OttTree #UrbanForest #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity #Ecology

Commissioners Approve New Urban Forest Tree Species Selection Commissioners finalize recommendations for diverse tree species to enhance urban canopy coverage.

Sandpoint is taking bold steps to diversify its urban canopy with a new selection of tree species aimed at creating a sustainable and vibrant environment.

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#SandpointBonnerCounty #ID #CitizenPortal #UrbanCanopy #SustainablePlanting #EcosystemDiversity #SandpointUrbanForestry

Lincoln City Council reviews removal of 29 failing urban trees on Goodhue Boulevard City Council seeks approval for the removal and replanting of declining trees.

Lincoln City is taking bold action to remove 29 failing trees along Goodhue Boulevard to enhance public safety and green the urban landscape with a plan to plant four new trees for every one removed.

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#LincolnLancasterCounty #NE #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #UrbanCanopy

TUTC Summer 2025 Highlights - Speak for the Trees, Boston From the TUTC Team Leaders: The TUTC Summer 2025 program as been a fruitful time for everyone. We have all learned a lot of new skills and met tons of new people. The group also went on many field tri...

Trees, Boston, getting it done. #boston #speakforthetrees #urbancanopy #urbantrees #urbanforest

For the record, more trees have come down for a hospital parking garage and hospital that was approved for, and should have been built at Tunney's Pasture. 🌳😔
#trees #Ottawa #ClimateEmergency #UrbanCanopy

Madison Officials Enhance Tree Protection Standards for Developers During Construction Projects City officials aim to improve tree protection practices amidst ongoing development negotiations.

Madison officials are taking bold steps to ensure tree preservation is at the forefront of urban development, aiming for a greener future amidst ongoing construction projects.

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#MadisonDaneCounty #WI #CitizenPortal #UrbanCanopy #EnvironmentalStewardship

Woodstock Council Reviews $39K Fine for Unpermitted Tree Removal at Bowles Drive Council considers appellant's request to amend fine for unauthorized tree removal at residential property.

A Woodstock homeowner faces a staggering $39K fine for cutting down 24 trees without permits, but could a new landscape plan save him from this hefty penalty?

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#WoodstockCityCherokeeCounty #GA #CitizenPortal #ZoningRegulations #WoodstockTrees #UrbanCanopy #LandscapeManagement

Human connection to nature has declined 60% in 200 years, study finds Prof Miles Richardson says people risk ‘extinction of experience’ in the natural world without new policies

yep. #protectourforests #stoppollution #urbancanopy #trees #outdoors #nature

City Manager Plans Canopy Tree Removals on North Sherman Street Commissioners discuss tree removals and safety measures in North Sherman Street area.

Bay City officials are grappling with the future of beloved canopy trees as community voices rise in a passionate plea for preservation amid safety concerns.

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#BayCityBayCounty #MI #CitizenPortal #BayCityPublicSpaces #UrbanCanopy #EnvironmentalStewardship #CommunitySafety

Pinellas County Proposes Changes to Tree Canopy Regulations and Mitigation Requirements Proposed changes aim to reduce replanting requirements and incentivize urban canopy preservation.

Pinellas County is rethinking tree preservation rules to boost property values and reduce energy costs—could this be the key to a greener future?

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#PinellasCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #UrbanCanopy #EnvironmentalStewardship #CommunityDevelopment

City launches Shade Street Tree program to enhance urban canopy City initiates fall Shade Street Tree program, offering residents up to two free trees.

Port Angeles is set to green its streets with the launch of the Shade Street Tree program, giving residents a chance to plant free trees this fall!

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#PortAngelesClallamCounty #WA #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement #PortAngelesTreeProgram #UrbanCanopy #EnvironmentalInitiatives

I’m proud to be the only candidate for Bremerton Mayor endorsed by Washington Conservation Action, our state’s leading voice for protecting people and nature as one.

#Bremerton #Environment #Nature #Equity #Sustainability #ClimateAction #UrbanCanopy #ParksAndGreenSpace

Scion Hill project aims for 7.1 acres of new forest and 570 street trees Project plans highlight a positive forest impact and extensive landscaping efforts.

Havre de Grace is on the brink of a transformative shift with new projects promising to enhance local biodiversity and plant over 570 trees, all while prioritizing sustainability!

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#HavredeGraceHarfordCounty #MD #CitizenPortal #UrbanCanopy #HavreDeGraceDevelopment

Healthy Habitats & Homes: Orcas, Trees, and People Join the Puget Sound chapter of the American Cetacean Society, Orca Nexus, and Tree Action Seattle at 7400 Woodlawn on June 6th along with our guest speakers, Geof Donovan and Lynne Barre, to learn ab...

Next Friday night June 6, 7-9pm PDT - hope to see you there! #Seattle #trees #urbancanopy #orcas #ecosystems