City of Cupertino, CA | Climate Action Dashboard
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Urban tree canopies are the layers of leaves, branches, and stems of trees that cover the ground when viewed from above. They play a crucial role in creating healthy, resilient, and climate-adaptive communities, especially in urban environments where they offer shade and make up an important part of the local ecosystem. Trees help clean the air, manage stormwater, reduce urban heat, provide habitat for wildlife, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents.
By expanding the urban tree canopy, the City of Cupertino aims to increase carbon sequestration, protect public health, and build community resilience in the face of a changing climate. Above you can view Tree Finder, the City's dashboard that aggregates statistics and other facts about the urban canopy and trees maintained by our local government.
Metrics
Number of public trees
As of 5/29/2024
Percentage of land covered by urban tree canopy
In the year of 2018
Total size of tree canopy
In the year of 2018
Enhanced Public Health & Safety
By reducing air pollution, noise levels, and urban heat, the urban tree canopy and natural areas will contribute to improved respiratory health, reduced stress, and a safer, more comfortable outdoor environment for residents.
Climate Change Resilience
The cooling effects of the expanded tree canopy and natural areas will help mitigate the impacts of extreme heat events, making the community more resilient to the effects of climate change.
Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services
Increasing the diversity of tree species and establishing new natural areas will enhance local biodiversity, providing valuable ecosystem services such as habitat for wildlife, pollination, and nutrient cycling.
Jobs Creation
Expanding the urban tree canopy and creating new natural areas will require the hiring of additional urban forestry professionals, landscape architects, and maintenance crews, providing new job opportunities for the local community.
| Action | ||
|---|---|---|
 | Support sustainable wastewater processing projects | |
 | Leverage the carbon sequestration potential and community benefits of open spaces | |
 | Expand the urban tree canopy | |
 | Reduce water pollution |
