New York State Launches New Tree Tracking Tools for 25 Million Trees Initiative
Tracking Progress towards a Greener New York
New York State has launched two new interactive tools for recording and tracking trees planted throughout the state, Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday. Developed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the Office of Information Technology Services, the initiative comes as the state pushes towards a goal to plant 25 million trees by 2033.
The Tree Tracker
The first of the tools, called the “Tree Tracker,” will allow users – state agencies, organizations, private entities, and individuals – to record the number and location of any trees they plant. Entries can also include information like planting date(s), tree species, and tree size.
Interactive Map
The accompanying tool, a webpage, has an interactive map of planting projects throughout New York. Planted trees are tallied by region, county, and municipality so that users can track how many trees are being planted and where. The webpage also includes information on how to plant trees and how to best take care of them.
Governor’s Statement
“New York is taking decisive action to protect our environment and strengthen communities’ ability to withstand severe weather,” said Governor Hochul in a press release. “Our progress towards the 25 Million Tree goal is a testament to the power of community-driven action, and the new Tree Tracker will make it easier for New Yorkers to track our progress, share updates, and contribute to a healthier environment for the future.”
Tree Planting Initiatives
In addition to the Tree Tracker, the DEC has also opened its annual seedling sale, which runs through May 14. The Colonel William F. Fox Memorial Saratoga Tree Nursery sells low-cost, New York-grown tree and shrub seedlings. These initiatives aim to encourage statewide tree planting to conserve and restore New York’s forests, as well as build the state’s forest products industry, contributing to the state’s larger goals of promoting sustainability and mitigating climate change.
Conclusion
The new webpage and Tree Tracker can be found on the DEC website. To order a bundle of seedlings from the DEC’s seedling sale, visit the DEC Spring Seedling Sale webpage.
FAQs
* What is the goal of the 25 Million Trees initiative?
The goal is to plant 25 million trees in New York State by 2033.
* What is the Tree Tracker?
The Tree Tracker is an online tool that allows users to record and track trees planted throughout the state.
* What is the interactive map on the DEC website?
The interactive map shows the number of trees planted by region, county, and municipality, as well as provides information on how to plant and care for trees.
* When is the DEC’s annual seedling sale?
The seedling sale runs through May 14.
