Tree Cities of the World

Now more than ever, trees and forests are a vital component of healthy, liveable, and sustainable communities around the globe. 

The Tree Cities of the World program is committed to inspiring cities and towns to care for and celebrate their urban tree canopy. Become part of this new global network of cities and achieve international recognition for your leadership in urban & community forestry.

Find out more about how to share and celebrate your successes in establishing and growing trees in your town or city – and achieve global recognition at the same time!

View this presentation from the 2021 Treenet Symposium to find out more.  Alana Tucker from the Arbor Day Foundation shares information about becoming a Tree City of the World.

Core Standards

There are five core standards that must be met to achieve recognition as a Tree City of the World. These are:

Standard 1: Establish Responsibility
Standard 2: Set the Rules
Standard 3: Know What You Have
Standard 4: Allocate the Resources
Standard 5: Celebrate Achievements

The Tree Cities of the World program provides direction, resources and worldwide recognition for your community’s dedication to its urban forest.  More information and the application process is available online.

Visit the Tree Cities of the World website.

TREENET acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

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