Phillip Rodbell
@Treeaction
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Leads federal efforts in Urban Forest Research to green up and sustain our cities and towns - All opinions my own.
Washington, DC
Joined February 2009
What makes a green city? 🌿 Read a new @FAO publication: “FAO Green City principles and criteria” — a framework to guide cities toward greener, healthier & more resilient futures. 👉 https://t.co/gsTTPZ7Yqq
#GreenCities
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🌳 Join @FAO, @UNHABITAT & partners for the First International Green Cities Conference, a key event for those working for sustainable & resilient cities. 🗓️ 14–15 Oct 2025 📍Online or in person in Rome, Italy 🔗 https://t.co/Cl0yhWtqOE
#GreenCities #FAOGreenCities
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If this administration says something positive related to governance it means they are doing the opposite. Sad we cannot trust anything official anymore. Source: Mountain Journal
mountainjournal.org
As Washington continues slash-and-burn policies for federal agencies, USDA announces consolidation of offices responsible for 193 million acres of public land
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🌿Urban nature #restoration isn’t just trendy - it’s essential. 🏙️ Cities like #SanFrancisco and #Durban are planting trees, reviving wetlands and reshaping urban life through green infrastructure. 🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/FD55oWASUp
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Ready to spruce up your tree season toolkit? The i-Tree Open Academy virtual learning series kicks off in May! Register here:
docs.google.com
Occurs on Wednesdays @ 1:00pm ET May 7 - June 11, 2025 Online via Microsoft Teams Visit itreetools.org for more details Email [email protected] with questions
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A truth-telling article! Public lands require steady advocacy, protection and stewardship, or they become overrun, visitation declines, and adjacent rural communities suffer. Extractive industries only speed the decline and benefit the few at the expense of the many.
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Globally, approximately 1.6 billion people, including many Indigenous communities, rely on forests for their livelihoods, food, fuel, shelter, and other essential resources. Reminder: Protecting forests means protecting people.
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USDA cuts $1M grant for Nashville urban canopy program; Nonprofit says move will hurt tree farms
tennesseelookout.com
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s stoppage of funds for a program that restores tree canopies in low-income areas leaves a Nashville group short.
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Congratulations to the 2024 Tree Cities of the World! @FAO & @ArborDay have recognised a record-breaking 210 new Tree Cities that leverage urban forestry to enhance the livability & sustainability of their local area. Read more👉 https://t.co/6Y0s4oQXRA
#TreeCities #GreenCities
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More than 1,000 National Park staff have lost their jobs. This is not okay. Park staff work every single day to keep us safe, teach us and do important research to help parks thrive. Join NPCA in urging Congress to roll back these devastating job cuts.
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The Antiquities Act has made it possible for the diverse histories of all American and pre-American cultures to be preserved. Members of Congress who oppose S.220 & H.R.521 have the support of the majority voters who embrace our national monuments. https://t.co/rPmnVUYId6
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February 20, 2025 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 245+ organizations oppose any attempts to repeal or undermine the Antiquities Act – 2.20.25 Support for land and water conservation tool unwavering in […]
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We spent the day speaking for the trees at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines! It’s always important to talk to your elected officials about the importance of woodlands and trees – wherever you live! Thank you to the organizations that joined to advocate for Iowa's environment.
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President Trump’s call for a federal takeover of DC is anti-democratic, based on falsehoods, and patronizing to more than 700,000 residents. It’s also evidence of our historic progress toward #DCStatehood Statement:
norton.house.gov
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) said today that President Trump’s derogatory comments calling for a federal “takeover” of D.C. are anti-democratic, based on misinforma...
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🌳💵 Exciting News! 🌳💵 A New Urban & Community Forestry Economic Impact Report is Here! We just released a new report on the economic contributions of Urban and Community Forestry to California's economy. Visit our website to explore the study: 👉 https://t.co/42SuE0oqEw
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Cool Stuff #60 continues and completes a five year run providing current science, news and releases in urban forest sustainability.
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A tree outside your business could generate more profit 🌳🛍️ Shopping areas with trees are nicer places to be➡️so people spend more time there➡️and then spend more money. Not only do they add visual benefits, but your business booms too!
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🌳🙌 California ReLeaf is delighted to announce this year’s grantees for the 2025 Growing Green Communities program, made possible by the generous support of our sponsor, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (@PGE4Me). Award Announcement: https://t.co/yfDnwqDLFn
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Attending #AMS2025 next week? On Monday, 1/13, @AMS_Health is hosting sessions focused on heat, #EnvironmentalHealth, community-engaged research, and the Gulf Coast. View the full schedule in the graphic below and learn more on the AMS blog: https://t.co/e9TgXBxRSs
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Apply now for financial and technical help with #ExtremeHeat resilience in your community. Applications to work with the NIHHIS Center for Heat Resilient Communities close on 1/24. Learn more about the center and how your community can apply : https://t.co/VBO5tG7mBS
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