Greenprint Summit January 29, 2015

National Research Inspiring Local Action

Join us on Thursday, January 29, 2015 to hear inspiring research and case studies addressing the many benefits of trees in our region.

The fifth annual summit will feature inspiring speakers from around the nation showcasing research and projects that prove the many benefits of trees as well as case

studies demonstrating successful community-led urban forest projects.

Region-wide, our neighborhoods’ lack of tree canopy adversely affects the health and well-being of our residents.  The Sacramento Tree Foundation’s regional initiative, called Greenprint, establishes partnerships with local governments, businesses, and community and neighborhood groups to organize local tree planting and care programs and to educate the public about the air quality and other health benefits of a healthy urban forest.

The annual Greenprint Summit brings information, connections, and inspiration to local leaders to encourage beneficial urban forest projects.

While we are still finalizing the agenda of the 2015 Summit, confirmed speakers and topics include:

• Dr. Desirée Backman, DrPH, MS, RD, Chief Prevention Officer, California Department of Health Care Services; “Green Prescription: Correlating Urban Tree Canopy with Public Health Outcomes”
• Dr. Vivek Shandas, PhD, Associate Professor, Urban Studies and Planning, Portland State University. “Healthy Trees, Healthy People: Using Urban Canopy Designs to Improve Air Quality and Public Health in Metropolitan Areas of the U.S.”
• Randy Sater, President at StoneBridge Properties, Sacramento. “Greenprint Certification: Building Tree-friendly Communities in our Region.”
  

Case studies of local successful urban forestry projects will address:

• Working with owners of rental properties to green their properties and bring the benefits of trees to their residents.
• Programs to encourage residential planting of fruit trees
• Building partnerships to create a new residential shade tree program
• Adding tree canopy to pockets of open space within cities

An interactive poster session will showcase additional urban forestry projects.

Detailed agenda for the day

Register and pay before January 9, 2015 to take advantage of the $45 early bird fee (continental breakfast and lunch included).  The fee will be $75 for registrations after January 9th or at the door.

4.0 CEU's offered to Certified Arborists and Treeworkers.

5.0 APA CM for Planners.

Breakfast served at 8:00am, program to begin at 9:00am.

We're looking forward to seeing you.

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