urban forest
noun
the trees and plants within a city.
urban forestry
-
a word derived from
urban forest.
Example Sentences
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“Reactive management is when all there is capacity to do is just respond to the latest emergency, and that is generally viewed, in urban forestry, as not the ideal system,” said Roman.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2024
Trees for Seattle, the umbrella program for the city of Seattle’s urban forestry efforts, kicked off about a decade ago, connecting residents with the trees around where they live, work and play.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 20, 2023
Trinidad said that urban forestry is often among the first sectors to be affected by budget cuts and other challenges in cities, and that it can be an “uphill battle” for resources and other needs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2023
Washington's Department of Natural Resources is also pushing state lawmakers for another $8 million in funding for urban forestry this legislative session.
From Salon ● Apr. 14, 2023
He wanted attendees — urban forestry leaders, advocates and researchers — from around the world to feel the “electric buzz” from within the tree before the event starts.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 16, 2022
