Continuing Education

Advance your knowledge of urban tree planting and integrated stormwater design through accredited continuing education that combines technical expertise, industry research, and real-world project experience.

Learn Practical Solutions for Real Projects

Our accredited continuing education sessions provide practical, technical knowledge that can be applied immediately to real-world projects. Whether you’re designing streetscapes, campuses, parks, or commercial developments, each session combines industry best practices, current research, and project experience to help you create healthier urban trees and more resilient communities.

Sessions are presented by GreenBlue Urban technical specialists and can be tailored to your team’s project types, interests, and current design challenges.

 

What You’ll Receive

  • 45–60 Minute Presentation and Q&A
  • Free of Charge
  • Available Virtually or In Person
  • Customized to Your Projects
  • Lunch Provided for In-Person Sessions
  • LA CES Accredited Courses
  • Continuing Education Credits Available

Designing Trees into the Urban Landscape

Healthy urban canopy depends on more than planting trees. This session explores the below-ground conditions that determine long-term tree performance, including soil volume, soil compaction, utilities, pavement integration, irrigation, and root management.

What You’ll Learn

  • Understand why urban trees succeed or fail in built environments.
  • Design for adequate soil volume and healthy root development.
  • Manage conflicts with pavements, utilities, and other underground infrastructure.
  • Integrate below-ground systems to support long-term tree performance.
  • Apply best practices using real-world project examples.

The ROI of Mature Urban Trees

Healthy urban trees are critical infrastructure that deliver measurable environmental, economic, and social benefits throughout their lifespan. This session explores how designing for long-term tree health improves climate resilience, reduces lifecycle costs, and creates healthier, more resilient communities.

What You’ll Learn

  • Quantify the environmental, economic, and social value of mature urban trees.
  • Understand how tree health influences long-term return on investment.
  • Explore the role of urban trees in reducing urban heat and improving climate resilience.
  • Evaluate the benefits of urban trees for stormwater management, air quality, and community wellbeing.
  • Review real-world project outcomes and case studies that demonstrate long-term value.

Book Your
Session Today

Whether you’re planning a Lunch & Learn, virtual webinar, or in-person technical workshop, our team will help you select the right course for your organization and tailor the presentation to your current projects and design priorities.

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