[Summit] [WaylandSquare] 1, 200 Free Trees available from RI D.E.M.

Thu Apr 16 16:46:06 UTC 2020

 This always gets a bit confusing every spring and every autumn.
There are actually three separate ways to plant trees in Providence:    
   - (1) putting donated trees on your own property; 
   - (2) planting trees on your property that you’ve bought, raised or otherwise obtained on your own; and
   - (3) combining with a small cluster of neighbors to plant and tend a free tree on public property (e.g. the sidewalk).

This page at the Providence Neighborhood Planting Program (PNPP) explains each path (or branch):
https://pnpp.org/tree-planting/

¶ Note that even if you choose the second path, planting your own property on your own property, you still need to consult with Doug Still, the City Forester (see PNPP page above). Most of those he’s dealt with say that he has been very helpful with some expert and knowledgeable advice on a subject about which he’s been passionate since childhood.

I hope this helps.
Dave

    On Thursday, April 16, 2020, 10:39:03 AM EDT, Linda Dewing linda at placesandspacesrealtyri.com [WaylandSquare] <waylandsquare at yahoogroups.com> wrote:  

Jan
I see in the application we have to show where our tree would go.Are there spots you have identified?  It is supposed to be ON our property- RFL has nearly no land so that Isn’t possible.But am happy to try for a different place?L

Linda DewingBroker AssociatePlaces & Spaces Realty35 South Angell StreetProvidence RI 02906 Cell 401 727 4700Sent from my iPhone-have a wonderful day!

On Apr 13, 2020, at 9:14 PM, David Kolsky davidjkolsky at yahoo.com [WaylandSquare] <WaylandSquare at yahoogroups.com> wrote:

Press Releases

Free Trees Available, Just In Time For Spring Planting

Registration opens today for popular Energy-Saving Trees Program, which helps Rhode Islanders save energy and money

PROVIDENCE - The Department of Environmental Management (DEM), in partnership with the RI Tree Council, RI Nursery and Landscape Association, and the Arbor Day Foundation, is providing 1,200 free trees to Rhode Island homeowners this spring. Now in its tenth season, the program helps Rhode Islanders save energy and lower their utility bills by strategically planting trees on their property. The trees will be mailed directly to homeowners, so in-person pickup is not required.

"We're especially pleased to offer free trees to Rhode Islanders now, when many of us are spending more time in our backyards because of the public health emergency," said DEM Director Janet Coit. "Planting a tree in the right place can improve air quality, sequester carbon, and help manage stormwater runoff. It's a terrific way for residents to reduce their energy costs today and in the years to come, and a tangible way to stand up to climate change."

Planting the right tree in the right place is the key to maximizing the energy-saving benefits that trees provide. When planted properly, a single tree can save a homeowner money on energy costs by shading their home in the summer and blocking cold winds in the winter. Additional benefits of planting a tree include improving air quality, reducing storm-water runoff, and beautifying your surroundings.

Registration opens April 13th - In three easy steps you can reserve your tree! The process takes less than 10 minutes.

1. Simply sign up at www.arborday.org/RIDEM, and map out your house by using the interactive mapping tool 2. Select the right tree by choosing from a list of approved trees 3. The 1-gallon tree will then be mailed directly to your home

All homeowners must meet program requirements and pre-register online to reserve their free tree. Tree shipments will begin in mid-May.

Funding for the program is provided by the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.

For registration assistance, contact the Arbor Day Foundation at 1-855-234-3801.

For questions about the Energy-Saving Trees Program, contact Lou Allard, Urban and Community Forestry Program Coordinator in DEM's Division of Forest Environment at 401-222-2445 ext. 2056 or by email at Robert.e.allard at dem..ri.gov.

For more information on DEM's programs and divisions, visit www.dem.ri.gov or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RhodeIslandDEM or via Twitter (@RhodeIslandDEM).

Related links

   - Tree Reservation Portal
   - Funding provided by the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative
   - DEM Division of Forest Environment

   - Department or agency: Department of Environmental Management
   - Online: State of Rhode Island: Department of Environmental Management

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   - Release date: 04-13-2020