Plant Biology Colloquium | Trends in Urban Forestry Planning, March 25

The Environmental & Plant Biology Colloquium Series features Rachel Comte discussing “Trends in Urban Forestry Planning” on March 25  from 11:50 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

The talk will be held in person, in Porter 104. However, we will also be streaming the talk via Teams if you would prefer to view it that way.

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Comte is principal arborist at Urban Canopy Works, LLC.

Abstract : Over the past few decades, urban forestry has increasingly taken more of a visible stage in cities across the country. Because of the real impact of trees on the health of communities, there is a real need for planners, designers, and policy makers to think about and emphasize the value of a healthy urban forest, especially in the face of climate changes.

Urban planner and ISA certified arborist Rachel Comte, Principal of Urban Canopy Works, will provide an overview of what UCW is seeing in strategic long term planning for communities related to tree canopy. Some of the challenges and innovations happening in urban forestry Rachel will cover will include a summary of challenges in urban forestry planning as a whole, including discussion on the concepts of equity, communications, engagement and partnerships in urban forestry.

Urban Canopy Works, LLC is a women-owned firm dedicated to the advancement of trees and the tree canopy in our urban and developed areas. We are city arborists, urban planners, community forestry consultants and tree risk managers. Our focus is to help communities become healthier, greener, more resilient and equitable. At UCW, we connect our passion about trees with a clear sense of purpose about our work - we are dedicated to contribute, serve others, and make a difference.