...but as we've learnt elsewhere, eg. #Crossnessnaturereserve, there can be no let up in vigilance, particularly where our #urbangreenspaces are concerned. #urbannature (Photo credit: Ralph Todd)
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...but as we've learnt elsewhere, eg. #Crossnessnaturereserve, there can be no let up in vigilance, particularly where our #urbangreenspaces are concerned. #urbannature (Photo credit: Ralph Todd)
When I think of London landscapes, this is often what comes to mind: fenced out or fenced in.
Yesterday I walked from point a to b for a time-sensitive appointment. I passed 4 formal #urbangreenspaces, but did not walk through any of them because of various railings, fences & inconvenient gates.
A groundbreaking $92 million plan to transform the State Fairgrounds is gaining momentum, promising new green spaces and vital infrastructure improvements in Albuquerque’s International District.
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#NM #UrbanGreenSpaces #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #EconomicDevelopment
One of the largest #urbangreenspaces near me is at the Ashburton Estate. Some housing amenity spaces are larger than designated #parks, yet often aren't managed for the multifunctional benefits they can provide (something I've researched and written about....).
🌳 How green spaces restore your mind!
A JFR study finds coniferous, layered plant communities provide strong restorative benefits shaped by crown, trunk, color, and distance.
🔗 link.springer.com/article/10.1...
#JFR #ForestryResearch #UrbanGreenSpaces #MentalWellbeing #PlantCommunities 🍁🌺🌱🌿🦤
Richland's Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan is halfway to completion, revealing a community eager for improved trail connections, safer parks, and more amenities!
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#RichlandBentonCounty #WA #CitizenPortal #UrbanGreenSpaces #CommunityOutreach #PublicRecreation #RichlandParks
👀 A Manchester journalist says Sheffield’s green spaces “put Manchester to shame”.
Do you agree?
Read more & join the chat 👉 www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/top...
#Sheffield #SheffieldForum #Manchester #UrbanGreenspaces
The NYC Parks Department is grappling with a critical shortage of tree planting vendors, jeopardizing the future of urban green spaces amidst rising scrutiny.
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#NY #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #NewYorkParks #UrbanGreenSpaces #VendorAccountability
🌿 A lovely visit to Edible Landscapes London in Finsbury Park - full of community, greenery, and inspiration. Grateful for the warm welcome and food forest gardening wisdom! 💚 #FinsburyPark #ForestGarden #EdibleLandscapes #UrbanGreenspaces
Cleveland is investing $2 million to transform its parks and public spaces, ensuring a cleaner and greener future for all residents!
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#ClevelandCuyahogaCounty #OH #CitizenPortal #SustainableUrbanDevelopment #UrbanGreenspaces #ClevelandParks #CommunityCleanliness
Bronx community leaders are uniting to transform local parks and gardens, sparking a movement towards greener neighborhoods and innovative gardening solutions!
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#NY #CommunityGardening #CitizenPortal #BronxParks #UrbanGreenSpaces #YouthEngagement
Austin's latest development project promises 105 new trees and improved sidewalks, but will it truly prioritize environmental health and community safety?
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#AustinTravisCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #SustainableDevelopment #UrbanGreenSpaces #CommunityInfrastructure
Sandpoint's downtown is facing a green crisis with 15 dead trees on First Avenue and Cedar, but a revitalization plan is on the horizon!
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#SandpointBonnerCounty #ID #CitizenPortal #CommunityBiodiversity #UrbanGreenSpaces #SandpointUrbanForestry #EnvironmentalResilience
Lincoln's City Council is making strides towards a greener future by approving a plan for 131 new trees that promises to transform the urban landscape and enhance views around the state capitol.
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#LincolnLancasterCounty #NE #CitizenPortal #CommunityAesthetics #UrbanGreenSpaces
Austin's beloved Beverly Sheffield Northwest Park is set to reopen its historic pool next summer, but concerns are rising over the future of its cherished pond—will the community rally to save it?
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#AustinTravisCounty #TX #CitizenPortal #UrbanGreenSpaces #CommunityRecreation
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A wander in Oud-West
Amsterdam's Oud-West neighborhood offers a diverse experience outside the city center.
#AmsterdamLandmarks #EuropeanCityscape #UrbanGreenSpaces
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#ThrowbackThursday #tnocessayrevisit
The grass isn’t always greener on the other side of the fence… and lawns aren’t really “green” in a sustainability sense either.
So what explains their enduring popularity?
Read this #TNOCEssay by Alicja Wójcik:
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#urbangreenspaces
How a West Dublin community is growing plants, and harvesting hope:
rhsi.ie/growing-chan...
#communitygarden #socialhorticulture #urbangreenspaces #nature #wellbeing #dublin
Norwalk residents are raising their voices for urban forestry as shocking statistics reveal a drastic imbalance between tree removals and plantings, igniting a heated debate on environmental stewardship.
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#NorwalkLosAngelesCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #UrbanGreenspaces
Really grateful to David for choosing my image this week for #ShareMondays2025, and to all of you who have been appreciative of my #AltText descriptions and stories 🙏🏻 Watching #foxes in #UrbanGreenspaces is an incredible learning journey and privilege 😊
Springfield is taking a bold step to protect its vital tree canopy, requiring permits for tree removal on larger parcels to ensure our urban forests thrive!
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#SpringfieldCityHampdenCounty #MA #CitizenPortal #WildlifeProtection #UrbanGreenSpaces #SpringfieldTreeCanopy
New study tests #landsparing vs. #landsharing in six Italian cities: #bird diversity declines with #urban density, while disservices rise. Sparing wins for forest birds—protect #urbangreenspaces at the fringe!
Assandri et al. 2025 doi.org/10.1016/j.la...
A new study reveals the benefits of green spaces in urban areas, showing a significant decrease in stress levels among residents. The research highlights the importance of incorporating nature into city planning. #UrbanGreenSpaces #StressRelief https://www.youtube.com/shorts/iNomzrX9zk4
Richmond is on the rise with innovative projects that promise a greener, more resilient future—check out how the community is transforming through tree plantings and electric vehicle stations!
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#RichmondContraCostaCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #UrbanGreenSpaces #RichmondCommunity
Spring Planting 2025 faced unexpected weather challenges, but Northampton's Urban Forestry Commission is determined to turn setbacks into sustainable solutions for a greener future.
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#MA #CitizenPortal #UrbanGreenSpaces #CommunityEngagement
Plain City is taking bold steps to protect its beautiful parks by banning tree hammocks and regulating appliances—what does this mean for outdoor fun?
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#OH #CitizenPortal #UrbanGreenspaces #CommunitySafety #PublicSpaces
The future of San Francisco's ambitious Transbay Park hangs in the balance as city officials confront critical funding and management hurdles.
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#SanFranciscoCitySanFranciscoCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #UrbanGreenSpaces #SanFranciscoParks #CommunityDevelopment
The Carbondale Tree Board's recent meeting not only welcomed fresh faces but also set the stage for exciting new initiatives to beautify the community and enhance local green spaces.
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#CarbondaleGarfieldCounty #CO #CitizenPortal #EnvironmentalStewardship #UrbanGreenSpaces
Petersburg residents are fed up with overgrown parks and questionable tree removals, demanding accountability from city officials to restore their beloved green spaces.
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#VA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #UrbanGreenspaces #PetersburgParks #CommunityAccountability
A passionate advocate at the Italian Village Commission meeting pushed for more trees in parking lots, claiming they could cool the area by up to 20 degrees and transform the urban landscape.
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#OH #CitizenPortal #SustainableDesign #UrbanGreenSpaces #ColumbusUrbanLandscaping