This $2,000,000 Project Grant Award, issued by the USDA Forest Service under the Inflation Reduction Act Urban & Community Forestry Program (CFDA 10.727), will accelerate nature-based restoration efforts in Pennsylvania and Maryland through Chesapeake Conservancy, Inc.'s "Gather and Grow" initiative. The 5-year award, which commenced on September 3, 2024, will enable the non-profit organization to deliver a range of conservation services, including geospatial analysis, biodiversity mapping, land use forecasting, environmental education, and community engagement. The overarching goal is to plan, establish, manage, and protect trees, forests, green spaces, and related natural resources in urban and community settings across the targeted region, with a focus on advancing environmental justice in underserved areas through enhanced ecosystem services, social benefits, and economic advantages.
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