The Future of Urban Forestry

The future of urban forestry is expected to be shaped by technological advancements, research, and community collaboration: 
 

Technology
Remote sensing and other data analytics will help urban planners and foresters monitor tree health, prioritize issues, and respond to potential problems. These technologies can also help predict how urban forests will respond to climate change. 
 

Research
Research will focus on caring for trees and other plants, ecological restoration, and adaptive management. Research outreach sources include local educational institutions, agricultural stations and arboretums.
 

Community collaboration
Urban forestry will benefit from community-driven, interdisciplinary approaches to caring for urban forests. This includes developing robust management plans across multi-city regions and sharing resources to deploy funding and personnel efficiently. 
 

Tree management
Tree management is crucial for preserving carbon sequestration, temperature regulation, and wildlife habitats. Trees also contribute to the city energy balance by cooling, regulating, and cleaning air and water flows. 
 

Internal productivity
Cities will need to become more internally productive as rural areas become less productive due to climate change. Trees will be at the center of this, helping cities function healthily. 

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