The Trees Cities of the World programme (i.e. the Mantova Challenge), is a recognition scheme for greener cities developed by FAO and the Arbor Day Foundation and was launched at the Forum in Mantova. The aim of the scheme is to stimulate and support cities to reach the goals that are outlined in the Call for Action [link]. In addition to promoting the efficient management of urban tree resources, the programme also aims to create an international network of cities, facilitating the sharing of knowledge and good practices towards the sustainable management of urban forest and green spaces.  Click on the links below for the relevant press release and more information on the programme in different languages or go directly to the Tree Cities of the World website:  www.treecitiesoftheworld.org.

Spanish Version

French Version

Chinese Version