Greenprinting
The Trust for Public Land's Greenprinting service helps communities make informed decisions about land conservation, recreation priorities, and balanced growth. Using state-of-the-art computer models created with Geographic Information System (GIS) software, TPL creates interactive maps that highlight and prioritize key areas for protection. A Greenprint engages local residents in a thoughtful, place-based planning exercise, focusing on short-term actions and long-term vision to guide future conservation purchases of land and easements.
This short video describes the Greenprinting process at work in Garfield County, Colorado.
Greenprinting Highlights
Central Texas Greenprint
In 2009, the counties of Bastrop, Caldwell and Hays participated in a community-driven process to complete a regional greenprint for all of Central Texas. read more »
Deschutes County Greenprint
In 2008, The Trust for Public Land, in partnership with Deschutes Land Trust, city administrators and local Parks and Recreation departments throughout the county undertook to create a comprehensive plan—or greenprint—of Deschutes County. read more »
Garfield County Greenprint
This Greenprint identifies critical assets across the county and helps guide land conservation efforts to protect these working ranches and farms, clean rivers, scenic views, and places for recreation. read more »
Maine CommunityScape Initiative
TPL's Maine CommunityScape Initiative seeks to break down barriers that have traditionally kept neighboring towns and cities from working together to protect and enhance the state's "quality of place." read more »Our GIS work is made possible in part by the generous support of ESRI. The Trust for Public Land is a recipient of the 2012 Esri Making a Difference Award.
