Do you remember the last time you stopped to really look at a tree? They’re central to our existence, and yet we often take them for granted. We pass trees daily, without stopping to consider their many benefits—from cooling our cities and streets, to conserving water, and beyond. In June, our Founder and President, Andy…
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TreePeople Celebrates Volunteers!
July 15, 2015Did you know more than 7,000 people volunteered with TreePeople in 2014? Without volunteer commitment, we could not dream of creating a sustainable LA. Whether caring for trees on urban streets, planting seedlings in the Angeles National Forest, or donating their time to help out in our offices at Yurt Village, volunteers are the heartbeat of…
El Niño May Be Around the Corner. Are You Prepared?
July 10, 2015El Niño may be around the corner come this fall’s rainy season, and scientists are predicting even greater storms than 1997—which flooded Southern California. After four years of severe drought, that is welcome news! However, it’s important to ensure we’re prepared to capture the stormwater and store it responsibly. Any rainwater harvesting system starts with…
This Weekend: Maz Jobrani, Poetry Jam Kick Off Summer Series!
July 8, 2015Looking to plan the perfect date or a girls’ night out? You’re in luck! This weekend kicks off our summer series, Once Upon a Canyon Night, in our outdoor S. Mark Taper Foundation Amphitheatre. Join us under the stars Friday night for a special ladies poetry jam. Pack a picnic dinner or a bottle of…
I Am TreePeople : Scarlet Sobraine
July 7, 2015If you walk into Yurt Village on a Tuesday, you might notice a head of purple hair peaking out from behind a computer. That’s Scarlet Sobraine, one of the fabulous volunteers at TreePeople. “Keeping the planet alive is my legacy,” Sobraine says. As a third-generation Angeleno, creating a sustainable city is her top priority. Our…
TreePeople’s Park Also Suffering From Drought
July 1, 2015This is—well, was—Elvis Presleaf, one of the oldest trees here in our park. After 80 years of life, Mr. Presleaf was just one of dozens of trees in our park which have succumb to the debilitating drought. Elvis played an important role in our Eco-tours. Over the past 20 years, he shaded nearly 200,000 visiting…
Plan Brings Hope for Locally Sourced Water
June 22, 2015Did you know that only 11% of LA city’s water supply comes from local sources? What if we told you we could increase that number to thirty percent—or even forty five—by simply capturing rainwater? Thankfully, a partnership between TreePeople and the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) could make those estimates a reality….
Working Across Borders to Create Change
June 19, 2015When you hear the word “green infrastructure” what do you think of? We often look at the same model examples: Portland, Seattle, Santa Monica, and so on. However, a recent experience is causing us to consider a new source of learning: peer to peer. In May, our Director of Research, Edith de Guzman represented…
The Artifice of Artificial Turf
June 16, 2015You may have been hearing a lot of praise for fake grass in the media lately, but I’m here to set the record straight: Fake turf does more harm than good. I’m not sure when I started hating artificial grass. Maybe it was when my beloved grandmother planted fake flowers in her garden beds so…
Big News: Once Upon a Canyon Night is BACK!
June 10, 2015Summer is here! If you’re scrambling to schedule plans to keep your kids entertained, or to welcome family visiting from out of town—don’t fret! TreePeople and the Actors Conservatory Ensemble are excited to announce the return of “Once Upon A Canyon Night”! The summer entertainment series, returning for its 13th year, is nestled in the…
I Am Tree People: Art Salter
June 9, 2015If you saw Art Salter at TreePeople’s Yurt Village, you might assume he was a celebrity. Not a minute passed without someone stopping to shake his hand, or wave from across the offices. It was clear that he has made a significant impact on his city. It makes sense: Art has been volunteering here for…
New Technology Helps Young Trees Take Root in the Angeles
June 5, 2015In the midst of this ongoing drought, it may seem daunting to plant new seedlings—especially in regions that have been devastated by fire. Fortunately, new technology out of the Netherlands might be the solution to our changing climate and drought-stressed forests. It’s called the Land Life Cocoon, a product of Land Life Company, and it’s…