2023 inflation reduction act urban and community forestry

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service awarded a $4,875,000 Project Grant to Colorado State University Sponsored Programs Division under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727). The grant, with an award date of March 6, 2024 and a completion date of February 28, 2029, will fund projects that plan, establish, manage, and protect trees, forests, green spaces, and related natural resources in urban and community settings. Key activities include tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach to increase tree canopy cover and provide ecosystem services, social benefits, and economic advantages, with a focus on advancing environmental justice in underserved areas. Through this federal grant award, Colorado State University will leverage its expertise in wildlife management, land resource management, and environmental research to deliver these forestry and community development initiatives.