Imagine Panaji Smart City Development Ltd. (IPSCDL), in collaboration with the Corporation of the City of Panaji (CCP), Tree Care India (Environmental Services) and the Goa State Biodiversity Board, will organize an Urban Tree Management Workshop on November 22, 2024. This unique event aims to engage and empower local residents, urban planners and environmental enthusiasts with practical knowledge and skills for urban tree care, fostering a more resilient and greener future for Panaji.
The workshop will take place at Dr. F.L. Gomes Garden on Dayanand Bandodkar Marg Panaji, running from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in live demonstrations, explore informative stalls and attend sessions led by experts in arboriculture and urban biodiversity. With a hands-on approach, participants will learn tree health assessments, safe pruning techniques, pest management and planting tips for nurturing trees in urban landscapes.
IPSCDL invites all the people of Panaji and all tree lovers to participate in this daylong workshop. “This Urban Tree management Workshop aligns with IPSCDL’s vision of a sustainable, ecologically balanced Panaji. By fostering hands-on community involvement in urban forestry, IPSCDL aims to deepen residents’ connection to the city’s green infrastructure, supporting the well-being of both the natural environment and the community at large said Senior Official of IPSCDL. “Our goal with this workshop is to equip Panaji’s residents with the knowledge and tools needed to care for urban trees, fostering a greener and more sustainable capital city”.
Urban Tree Workshop Highlights:
The full-day workshop emphasizes the essential role of urban trees in enhancing Panaji’s air quality, mitigating urban heat and supporting biodiversity. Participants are encouraged to engage with local experts, including arborists and ecologists, who will offer tailored advice for those interested in contributing to the city’s green spaces. IPSCDL will also hold a demo of its Tree Module Application — a mobile application designed to assist citizens in monitoring and supporting Panaji’s urban greenery. Additional attractions include nursery stalls where visitors can browse a variety of saplings, tree species and gardening equipments.
Workshop Itinerary & Key Sessions:
09:45 AM-10:45 AM
Early Bird Entry!
Arrive early to gain a free ticket to our raffle game.
10:00 AM
Arrival and Welcome
Jonas Suchnek (Co-founder and Arborist at Tree Care India) and Bagirath Prakash (Arborist ,Tree Care India) will provide an introduction to arboriculture and the importance of tree management in urban landscapes.
10:15 AM
Session: Parasites and Pathogens
Join Suchnek and Prakash as they explore the crucial role of parasite removal and pathogen treatment in ensuring the long-term health and resilience of trees.
11:00 AM
Session: Tree Inspections
Join Island Lescure (Managing Director- Consulting Arborist , Treescapes) for a session on assessing tree health and the importance of regular inspections for risk mitigation.
12:00 PM
Demonstration: CCP Mulcher
Demonstration of Vermeer wood chipper to be given by CCP & the benefits of wood chips for the soil and its microorganisms to be explained by Jonas Suchnek & Bagirath Prakash.
12:30 PM
Lunch Break
Enjoy a variety of food stalls and browse educational booths to learn about sustainable tree care.
01:30 PM
Pruning and Climbing Demonstration
Witness skilled arborists demonstrating safe pruning and climbing techniques, highlighting effective and safe branch management.
02:45 PM
Session: Global Biodiversity Standard
Kiran Baldwin (Project Coordinator, Auroville Botanical Gardens) will discuss the global biodiversity standard and shares ways to protect and restore urban biodiversity.
03:30 PM
Networking
There will be an Q&A Session on Tree care and urban forestry with experts. The general public can engage in an interactive session with arborists who will share their extensive knowledge on experiences from projects across India , offer valuable insights into sustainable tree care and management practices.
04:00 PM
Raffle Game Announcement
Winners of the raffle game will be announced with exciting prizes.
04:15 PM
Consultation & Live Tree Planting Demonstration
Discover the essentials of tree care and growth as Island Lescure guides you through the process of planting a tree and offers a step-by-step approach for nurturing newly planted trees.
04:45 PM
Closing ceremony
A brief closing ceremony to wrap up the day and extend gratitude to all attendees.
