Pittsburgh canopy alliance

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service awarded a $8,000,000 Project Grant under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727) to the Friends of the Pittsburgh Urban Forest, operating under the Tree Pittsburgh Division. This multi-year grant, running from March 30, 2024 to December 31, 2028, aims to plan, establish, manage, and protect trees, forests, and green spaces in and around Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with a focus on advancing environmental justice in underserved communities.

The key products and services to be delivered under this award include tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach. The grant also provides sub-awards to several local partner organizations, including the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, Allegheny County Conservation District, Pittsburgh Conservation Corps, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, and Allegheny Land Trust, to support community engagement, technical assistance, workforce training, site preparation, invasive plant management, and other urban forestry initiatives.