Ecology & Habitat Restoration

Urban Greening

Green space is vital in urban areas. They increase our health and success in the fight against climate change. REAP is looking to expand green spaces beyond its campus and to expand urban greening in communities put the tools to do so in more peoples hands.

As green spaces blossom beyond our campus, our program acts as a catalyst for creating skilled professionals who can drive sustainability in urban environments. We aim to build a network of green leaders who will shape resilient cities and foster a connection between people and nature.

Urban greening refers to the process of increasing and maintaining green spaces in urban areas. Urban greening can provide a range of ecosystem services, such as improving air quality, reducing urban heat island effects, reducing noise pollution, providing habitat for wildlife, and improving human health and well-being.

By strategically integrating nature into urban spaces, we aim to create lush green pockets, community gardens, and sustainable landscapes that offer numerous benefits for both the environment and the communities they serve.

On Earth Day, we planted trees along the sides of the REAP campus
With the help of the San Francisco's Department of the Environment, we were able to make Alameda more green!
On South Campus, our planters bring greenery to the beginning of our campus
Our tree planting event on Earth Day 2023
The beginning of our North Campus is accompanied by cacti and olive trees for a green welcome
At our South Campus, we planted six olive trees on the hill to bring biodiversity and rejuvination

Where we are now

Through our Urban Greening program, we have planted dozens of trees on REAP’s campus, creating a serene space within Alameda. We hope to continue our greening efforts with volunteers, contributors, and potential partners. To learn more about how to contribute, check out our Get Involved tab and our Partners page.

Urban Greening

As green spaces blossom beyond our campus, our program acts as a catalyst for creating skilled professionals who can drive sustainability in urban environments. We aim to build a network of green leaders who will shape resilient cities and foster a connection between people and nature.

By strategically integrating nature into urban spaces, we aim to create lush green pockets, community gardens, and sustainable landscapes that offer numerous benefits for both the environment and the communities they serve.

On Earth Day, we planted trees along the sides of the REAP campus

With the help of the San Francisco's Department of the Environment, we were able to make Alameda more green!

On South Campus, our planters bring greenery to the beginning of our campus

Our tree planting event on Earth Day 2023

The beginning of our North Campus is accompanied by cacti and olive trees for a green welcome

At our South Campus, we planted six olive trees on the hill to bring biodiversity and rejuvination

Where we are now