Canopy decline and loss of forest land to development
Summary
The city's canopy assessment showed a small decrease in canopy cover since 2015, likely tied to forest land lost to development. Task force members, including a USI educator, raised whether the city should focus on preserving existing forested land rather than only planting new trees.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
A DNR grant application and Wesselman Woods grant funding are supporting plantings and inventory work.
Residents benefit long-term from shade, air quality, and quality of life if canopy loss is slowed.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Evansville Tree Advisory Board - Aug 6, 2026
Board members stressed that many Evansville neighborhoods — and local schools — have almost no tree canopy, and private owners often can't afford trees. Fall plantings, a DNR grant for tree-promotion ads, and partnerships with the Housing Authority are in the works.
Evansville Tree Advisory Board - Jul 2, 2026
The city's canopy assessment showed a small decrease in canopy cover since 2015, likely tied to forest land lost to development. Task force members, including a USI educator, raised whether the city should focus on preserving existing forested land rather than only planting new trees.
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