The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) urges national governments at the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) COP15 to commit to far more ambitious global conservation and biodiversity goals, including protecting at least 30% of terrestrial, coastal, and marine ecosystems by 2030 (30 x 2030).

 

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the nation’s leading advocate for parks and recreation is excited to announce the launch of a new resource to support park and recreation and public health professionals ensure all community members have equitable access to high-quality parks, trails, and greenways for safe physical activity.

Sports Field Management Association (SFMA) has appointed Laura Simmons as CEO, a role where she will lead the association’s growth initiatives and execute its strategic plan.

 

The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for builders, designers and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has announced its officers and directors for the coming membership year.

The American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), the national organization for designers, builders and suppliers of materials for athletic facilities, has announced the winners of its Game Changer awards.  

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with ConocoPhillips and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, announced $1 million in grants that will identify, restore and protect key bird habitats across nine states.

The National League of Cities (NLC) and the Local Infrastructure Hub have expanded their offerings and are launching five new bootcamps starting in January.

By taking steps to preserve biodiversity, real estate and land use professionals can protect critical natural resources, dramatically reduce carbon emissions, and enhance the value of their properties, according to a new report from the Urban Land Institute (ULI).

The National Park Foundation (NPF) announced funding for 84 new Open OutDoors for Kids grants focused on leveraging technology to engage and connect more children and classrooms to meaningful learning experiences provided by parks.