The City of Austin acquired geospatial data showing what tree canopy looked like from above in late summer of 2022.
In Austin, we love our trees, but we don’t always know the best way to show them our love.
Hi, I’m Anish. I will be a senior at McNeil High School in the fall of 2023.
Take a journey with Kylie, a recent graduate of the Youth Forest Council.
Today’s sustainability spotlight is shining on Youth Forest Council Intern Cain Ly. For her Community Action Project, Cain engaged with teachers and students at Garza High School this past spring.
We currently stand at approximately 41% tree canopy cover. Dive into the data to learn more about our goal and how we measure progress.
Our Urban Forest Grant program was developed to maintain, restore, and replenish our urban forest using development fees accrued via the tree preservation ordinance.
Did you know the City of Austin protects trees on public and private property?
Did you know Austin residents can get funding for projects that care for trees in their neighborhoods? They can, through the City’s Urban Forest Grant!
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This blog features informative articles that seek to examine, educate, and celebrate community and nature, with a focus on trees. Our aim is to make Austin a greener, cooler place to live where everyone has daily access to nature. For more information on how to submit an article to Nature in the City contact Keith Babberney.
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