Creating climate resilient urban treescapes
Our climate is changing, and hotter temperatures and heatwaves will become more frequent. Trees are vital during hot weather events for they provide urban residents with shade and have a localised cooling effect on the surrounding neighbourhood. But trees also need to be resilient to hot temperatures, and their survival and cooling ability often depends on their access to water. This event will consider the impact of summer 2022 on street trees, and how we can optimise tree species selection, in order to provide towns and cities with a diverse and resilient palette of trees that can thrive in challenging urban environments. The workshop is for all with an interest in urban trees, including: arboriculturists, architects, civil/structural engineers, designers, landscape architects, landscape contractors, non-profit organisations, planners, and tree officers.
Join urban forestry practitioners and academics at this online conference to discuss how we can create climate resilient treescapes for the future. Event organised by TDAG, University of Birmingham and Myerscough College.
Time: 09:45 BST
