About urban forestry
Urban forestry is the strategic planting, maintenance and protection of urban tree populations for their:
- economic
- environmental
- social
- public health benefits.
Auckland faces big challenges from climate change and rising urban heat. A diverse healthy urban forest will play a important role in keeping Auckland healthy and liveable.
Key aspects of urban forestry
Tree planting and maintenance: Choosing, planting and caring for urban trees.
Green infrastructure: Adding trees to cities provides shade and improves our air and water quality.
Climate resilience: Urban forestry helps cities stay cooler, and manage rainwater and air pollution.
Community wellbeing: Trees make the city more beautiful to live in and its residents healthier.
Biodiversity and habitat: Urban forests support our birds, pollinators and urban wildlife.
