100,000 new trees for London

£3.8 million has been invested to plant 100,000 new trees and expand woodland in London, through the second round of the Green and Resilience Spaces Fund.

The funding is set to improve almost 30 hectares of green space in the capital, create 50 hectares of new publicly accessible woodland and restore nature to over a kilometre of river.  

16 project as set to receive funding to increase tree planting and make green spaces more accessible to Londoners.

The funding is intended to support the mayor's mission to future proof the city against climate change.

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “I’m delighted to announce nearly £4m in additional funding to increase tree planting and boost our resilience to climate change across the capital.

“Trees, green spaces and the natural environment have a critical role to play in tackling the climate and ecological emergency, and planting 100,000 new trees, including 50 hectares of new publicly accessible woodland will help make London a better, greener and safer place for everyone.

“I’m doing all I can to boost London’s climate resilience and have awarded almost £30m in funding to vital tree planting and green space projects across the capital since becoming Mayor in 2016. I will continue to take bold action, particularly in the areas of the capital most vulnerable to climate change impacts.”

Cllr Deirdre Costigan, Ealing Council’s Deputy Leader and cabinet member for climate action, said: “We are delighted that Ealing has secured this much-needed funding to support plans for developing Northolt Green Ring, adding to our existing active travel improvements in Northolt.

“The funding will help us to improve connections to six parks in Northolt, whether our residents are walking, cycling or scooting, which we hope will encourage more active travel. It will also allow us to make the area greener, contributing to much cleaner air, as well as add sustainable drainage to prevent flooding, supporting our climate emergency actions.

“Finally, there will be exciting opportunities for the local community to take part in volunteering, planting, guided cycling and even walking tours.”

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