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Canopy

@CanopyTrees

CANOPY is an environmental nonprofit that plants and cares for trees where people need them the most.

 Palo Alto, CA
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Joined November 2010
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Canopy, a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing trees, has planted the seeds of justice across the #Midpeninsula through events, classes and programs. paloaltoonline.com/news/2021…
Holiday Fund: Palo Alto's tree nonprofit branches out beyond city borders

Holiday Fund: Palo Alto's tree nonprofit branches out beyond city borders

Canopy is planting seeds of justice in the community by educating residents about trees through events, classes and programs. In some cases, the nonprofit's work has led to life-changing experiences.

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📣Provide your input! 📣 Each year, the City Council reviews its priorities for the year at its annual Council Retreat and we are once again asking community members to share their choice of City priorities ahead of the retreat.
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Did you know that 2 trees provide enough oxygen for 4 people annually!? ✨ #TheFriendsofTreesWay
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We need urban trees now more than ever. Trees planted in cities can: 🌳 Filter urban pollutants 🌳 Regulate water flow and improve water quality 🌳 Reduce air conditioning needs by 30% 🌳 Cool the air by 10 degrees RT to spread the word!
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Urban trees aren't just pretty to look at, they save lives, reduce energy use, create green jobs and slow climate change. But we're losing one tree for every two established — a projected loss of 8.3% in urban tree cover by 2060. We need #TreeEquity americanforests.org/tools-re… #COP26
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This is a holiday to celebrate!
Canopy (@CanopyTrees) profile pictureCanopy@CanopyTrees5 Nov 2021
Who knew?! "In 1990 the CA legislature found that California’s oaks help define our landscape. ‘Golden hills dotted with deep green trees,' they called it and declared the first Friday in November as California Oak Day." 🎉 kqed.org/perspectives/201601…
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One of the most effective and affordable tools we have in fighting climate change and achieving net zero is investing in our planet’s natural ecosystems. #TrillionTrees #ConserveRestoreGrow #COP26 forbes.com/sites/forbesbusin…
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Thanks for following along & learning about some of our City Boards & Commissions with #PABCRecruit. Today, 10/26 is the deadline to apply for the Architectural Review Board, Historic Resources Board, Parks and Recreation Commission, & the Planning and Transportation Commission.
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The City needs volunteers to join advisory boards & commissions for 10 seats on the following: 🏛 Architectural Review Board (3 seats) 📜 Historic Resources Board (1 seat) 🏞 Parks and Recreation Commission (4 seats) 🚏 Planning and Transportation Commission (2 seats)
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At their upcoming Oct. 18 meeting, City Council will consider updates to Tree Protections, expanding the role of the Parks & Recreation Commission, and elevating the position of Urban Forester. Plus more - see the full agenda at cityofpaloalto.org/CouncilAg…
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The City also launched a new Sustainability & #ClimateAction Plan survey to gain input about community priorities. Take some time, fill out the survey, and help the City gather feedback by sharing the survey with your networks. Go here for the survey: opentownhall.com/portals/5/I…
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Cool Block is a program for residents to forge a happier, resilient & more environmentally aware community. mountainview.gov/CoolBlock Join an info session if you'd like to: ✅ Connect w/neighbors ✅ Prep for emergencies ✅ Reduce carbon emissions individually & collectively & more
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A longer life, better birth outcomes, lower stress levels, lower risk of heart disease... Proximity to trees is associated with a ridiculously broad range of health benefits 🌳 npr.org/transcripts/10385331…
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Patagonia grantee @CanopyTrees is offering a 9-week program to equip community members with the skills to preserve California's urban forests. Click to learn more and register.

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We are thrilled to have our work and team members featured on NPR. Listen to the entire segment on urban heat here: npr.org/2021/09/17/103839512…
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By analyzing and understanding science and data, EPA can better address disproportionate impacts, advance environmental justice, and combat climate change. Read the Report: epa.gov/cira/social-vulnerab…
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Our City and our #policedepartment are empathetic and compassionate to the issues our community faces. #BlackLivesMattter
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Awesome seeing all of @CanopyTrees great tree planting work. Thanks for planting your Mayor @adrianfine #PaloAlto
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What kind of tree is that? We get asked all the time but our friends at @CanopyTrees are helping out with some temp signs around Pioneer Park. Check them out on your next visit behind City Hall.
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