Thoughtful design, care, and appreciation of our urban forests strengthen them against today’s stresses and prepare them to endure tomorrow’s challenges.
The Green Canopy Report Forecasting Tree Health in 2026 By TJ Yurko, ISA Certified Arborist® (PR-5403A), ISA TRAQ, CLHT
The confluence of climate change, human develop- ment, and invasive species has created a perfect tri- fecta that erodes the natural defenses of our urban forests, pushing them to the brink of collapse. But within this crisis lies an opportunity for change. As our world grows and changes, cities around the world continue to fight a wave of mounting threats against their green spaces. Urban and community forests are facing challenges like never before, con- stantly under siege from emerging epidemics that threaten the resilience and long-term survival of our trees. How we design, value, and steward our urban forests can have a lasting impact that not only helps trees withstand today’s pressures, but also stands the test of time against the future’s challenges. When these conflicts come knocking on our door, it’s time to rally together to defend, restore, and reimagine what care looks like for the urban forests that sustain us.
Climate change, human development, and invasive species have formed a destructive trifecta that weakens the natural defenses of our urban forests and pushes them dangerously close to collapse.
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