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Tree Advantage
Project Summary
The goal of the Tree Advantage Project is to increase the tree canopy in selected disadvantaged communities in a way that will increase the trees’ long-term survival rate and provide numerous ongoing human and environmental benefits. We will create community forests by planting 1,200 trees along with compatible understory in 10-15% of those areas. Approximately 300 trees have been planted in San Diego and 900 trees in Chula Vista throughout this project.​
With support from Urban Corps, our team will provide additional services through Tree Advantage including understory acquisition, forest monitoring, tree maintenance, and hand-watering support for trees planted in urban tree wells. City of San Diego staff will continue to provide the requisite support to create tree stewardship opportunities for community members, while also arranging public planting and maintenance events involving the Mayor, City Council members, and other notable figures to generate widespread positive public recognition for these new sections of urban forest.
Project Benefits
Sequestered GHG (stored CO2) and improved tree survival rates
Reduced urban heat and energy requirements
Improved storm water capture, water quality, and soil moisture
Improved health, shaded public spaces, and increased community cohesion
Reduced organic compounds and improved air quality
Increased acceptance, involvement, and tree stewardship by residents
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