Neighborhood Climate & Nature Action

A friendly, practical guide for neighbors who want to make their streets, parks, and shared spaces greener, more resilient, and welcoming to people and wildlife.

What you'll learn

This course shows neighbors how to plan and lead community-scale actions—native planting, pollinator corridors, tree canopy enhancement, stormwater-friendly landscaping, and small resilience projects—that support biodiversity, reduce flooding and heat, and create accessible nature for everyone.

Principles to guide your work

Start with community needs and equity, partner with local organizations, and choose ecologically appropriate plants and designs. Prioritize durability and maintenance so projects thrive over time. Avoid well-intentioned but harmful actions, such as planting invasive species, blocking drainage, or favoring aesthetics over ecological function and neighborhood access.

Why this matters

Neighborhood-led nature action improves local health and comfort, supports pollinators and wildlife, manages stormwater, and strengthens connections between neighbors. Small, coordinated efforts can scale across blocks and help other communities adapt and learn.