Trees save lives. We save trees.
We plant, preserve and educate.
What We Know
Charlottesville’s tree canopy coverage declined significantly from 50% in 2004 to 38% today.
Neighborhoods below 40% tree canopy are considered unhealthy where residents suffer more from heat related illnesses. Unfortunately, 12 of Charlottesville 19 neighborhoods are below 40% tree canopy.
What We Are Doing
Trees provide oxygen, create shade, combat global warming, and enhance people’s health.
We plant to reduce heat in neighborhoods with few trees.
We preserve treesto protectnatural resources.
We educate students about the value of trees and nature, creating future environmental leaders.
Who We Are
ReLeaf Cville is a project initiated by the City’s Tree Commission and initially funded by the Virginia chapter of The Nature Conservancy.
It’s a public/private partnership between the Tree Commission, Nature Conservancy and Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards.
