Urban Tree

Urban Tree is dedicated to educating the public on the importance of trees in urban areas, planting trees, and protecting trees. Our work begins with teaching that a healthy tree canopy coverage is important for clean air, more shade, and lower energy cost. Currently, the Greater New Orleans area has one of the lowest tree canopy coverages of cities with similar population. Our mission is to increase our tree canopy coverage.

Urban Tree in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation has introduced the Community Canopy program to the area. This is a free program that delivers trees directly to the homeowner to plant on their private property. Trees delivered through this program become part of a community canopy where we can measure the amount of stormwater that is kept out of the storm drains that reduce flooding, the amount of pollution that is filtered from the air, the amount of carbon/pollution that is stored in tree trunks and energy savings cost.

Urban Tree advocates for the protection of Live Oaks, Cypress, Magnolia, Sycamore and Elms, not just because they are beautiful and part of our cultural heritage, but because they play an important role in flood protection and clean urban environments. In working with our elected officials, we advocate for policy that combines green infrastructure (trees and greenspace) with grey infrastructure (pipes and drains) to work together to mitigate flooding and provide wind protection.

By working together, we can create healthier urban areas with cleaner air and a higher quality of life.

Testimonials

"Urban Tree has educated our group on the importance of trees in cities. These presentations are important for the general public to understand."

"We appreciate the advocacy of Urban Tree to help us preserve trees in our neighborhood."

"Urban Tree plays has educated me on the financial impact of trees in our neighborhood and the positive impact on my home's value."