The City of Camden, New Jersey was awarded a $3,000,000 Project Grant by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727). The grant will fund a comprehensive tree planting initiative to plan for, establish, manage, and protect trees, forests, green spaces, and related natural resources in and around Camden. The project aims to provide ecosystem services, social benefits, and economic advantages to the city's urban and community settings, with a particular emphasis on advancing environmental justice in underserved areas. Key activities will include tree planting, ecosystem restoration, conservation planning, workforce development, and educational outreach designed to increase tree canopy cover and improve community environmental conditions. The five-year project is scheduled to be completed by August 14, 2029.
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