Advancing Urban Forestry with Technology
WEBINAR: December 11, 2025, 8:00AM - 9:30AM PT
The American Public Works Association (APWA) is hosting a free webinar to explore how ground-based LiDAR, AI, and machine learning are transforming the way municipalities conduct urban tree inventories.
Participants will examine the practical use of these advanced technologies, focusing on key considerations such as cost, environmental conditions, and project-specific requirements.
This webinar will guide attendees through the fundamentals of how the technology works, types of data it captures, and the conditions under which it performs best. Real-world examples will illustrate how municipalities of all sizes are incorporating technology into their management strategies to improve decision-making and optimize resource allocation.
Presentation Topics:
- Role & impact of emerging technologies on urban forest management
- How emerging technologies work for urban forest management
- Developing a strategic approach to urban forest management
- Integrating emerging technologies to enhance decision-making
Presenters:
- Josh Behounek, Business Development Manager, Davey Resource Group
- Shane McQuillan, City Forester, Des Moines, IA
- Lori Brockelbank, Area Manager, Davey Resource Group
Registration is complimentary for APWA members
About APWA
The American Public Works Association (APWA) is an international educational and professional association of public agencies, private sector companies, and individuals dedicated to providing high quality public works goods and services.
With a worldwide membership of more than 32,000, APWA includes not only personnel from local, county, state, and federal agencies, but also private sector personnel who supply products and services to those professionals.
