"Thanks to a $2 million federal grant awarded by the U.S Department of Agriculture's Forest Services in February 2024, Pittsburg has embarked on its first-ever long-term Urban Forest Management Plan to bring more trees, cleaner air, and help improve the quality of life of its more than 75,000 residents. The grant, part of a $1.5 billion program under the Inflation Reduction Act, is meant to support urban tree-planting efforts, especially in disadvantaged communities."
"An analysis by PlanIT Geo, an urban forestry software development and consulting firm, found that 6% of Pittsburg's land area is covered by trees, which is less than half of the average compared to other cities that typically have around 14% to 15%. Fremont, for instance, boasts a 14.4% canopy cover in urban areas, while Pleasanton sits at 25.3%. According to the nonprofit American Forests, Pittsburg's "tree equity score" lags behind its neighbors in Contra Costa County."
Pittsburg secured a $2 million USDA Forest Service grant in February 2024 to develop its first long-term Urban Forest Management Plan. The plan aims to increase tree canopy, improve air quality, and enhance quality of life for over 75,000 residents, with emphasis on disadvantaged neighborhoods affected by heat and pollution. The grant is part of a $1.5 billion Inflation Reduction Act program supporting urban tree planting. A PlanIT Geo analysis found only 6% canopy cover in Pittsburg versus 14–15% typical in other cities. The city also assessed tree locations and potential planting sites to address low tree equity scores.
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