Urban Forest Plantation in India
An urban forest is tree cover planted in and around cities: on campuses, industrial sites, roadsides and public land. It cools streets, cleans air, absorbs rainwater and gives people green space. Grow Billion Trees plans, plants and cares for urban forests using native species, including dense Miyawaki forests where space is tight.
Urban forests in India
- The Nagar Van Yojana (2020) supports the creation of urban forests across Indian cities.
- Urban tree cover helps reduce heat, absorb rainwater and filter air.
- Dense native planting such as the Miyawaki method suits small urban plots.
- Public-land projects are planned with the municipality or land-owning body.
Sources: Nagar Van Yojana, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (2020)
What it changes
- Cooler cities: Shade and lower surface temperatures around the forest.
- Water: Better rainwater absorption and less run-off.
- People: Green space for employees, students and neighbours.
- Companies: A visible forest near your office, tracked tree by tree.
How it works
- Find land: your campus or public sites
- Plan species and layout
- Plant, often with employees
- Care and replacement
- Track and report
Frequently asked questions
What is an urban forest?
Tree cover planted in and around cities, on campuses, industrial sites, roadsides and public land.
Can you plant on our campus?
Yes, we survey your site and plan a forest that suits the space.
Do you work with municipalities?
Yes, for urban forests on public land, planned with the municipality or land-owning body.
What is the difference from a Miyawaki forest?
A Miyawaki forest is one dense planting method; urban forest programmes can use it or other layouts such as avenues and groves.
Who looks after the trees?
We care for them, replace saplings that don't survive and track every tree.
Talk to our team to plan your programme.
