{"id":784,"date":"2026-02-07T13:19:33","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T07:49:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/?p=784"},"modified":"2026-02-07T13:19:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T07:49:35","slug":"mumbai-to-host-2nd-international-arboriculture-conferenceglobal-experts-to-deliberate-on-the-theme-growing-cities-greener-canopies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/index.php\/2026\/02\/07\/mumbai-to-host-2nd-international-arboriculture-conferenceglobal-experts-to-deliberate-on-the-theme-growing-cities-greener-canopies\/","title":{"rendered":"Mumbai to Host 2nd International Arboriculture ConferenceGlobal Experts to Deliberate on the Theme \u201cGrowing Cities \u2013 Greener Canopies\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><br><strong>Mumbai, February 2026: In the midst of rapid urbanization, trees are not merely ornamental additions but vital allies in combating climate change, safeguarding public health, and ensuring sustainable development. With this message, the 2nd International Arboriculture Conference (ATCA 2026) will be held in Mumbai.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"538\" height=\"674\" src=\"https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-02-07-at-1.06.29-PM.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-787\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-02-07-at-1.06.29-PM.jpeg 538w, https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-02-07-at-1.06.29-PM-239x300.jpeg 239w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 538px) 100vw, 538px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Organized jointly by the Amenity Tree Care Association (ATCA) and the Nanaji Deshmukh Pratishthan, the conference will take place on March 7 and 8, 2026 at Hotel Sahara Star, Vile Parle (East), Mumbai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Explaining the rationale behind the event, ATCA Director Vaibhav Raje said, \u201cRapid urbanization has led to neglect in tree protection and care. It is essential for state governments, municipal corporations, and local bodies to implement strong policies towards improving arboriculture standards, technical education, and urban tree laws.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Manage Urban Trees w\/ Vaibhav Raje | Conversations\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/93NKQb5vpqs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br>ATCA Director Nakul Savani added, \u201cThe central theme of the conference is \u2018Growing Cities. Greener Canopies.\u2019 Following last year\u2019s theme \u2018Our Trees. Our Cities. Our Lives,\u2019 this year\u2019s event marks the next step in recognizing trees not as obstacles to urban growth but as climate allies, health protectors, and critical infrastructure.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Aryan Pandey, CEO of the Nanaji Deshmukh Prathisthan, emphasized, \u201cThis partnership reflects our commitment to building greener and healthier cities for future generations. In a dynamic city like Mumbai, the balance between development and environment can indeed be achieved, and this conference will demonstrate how.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-30-at-7.59.53-PM-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-30-at-7.59.53-PM-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-30-at-7.59.53-PM-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-30-at-7.59.53-PM-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-30-at-7.59.53-PM-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-30-at-7.59.53-PM-78x78.jpeg 78w, https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-30-at-7.59.53-PM-230x230.jpeg 230w, https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-30-at-7.59.53-PM-251x250.jpeg 251w, https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-01-30-at-7.59.53-PM.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Key Speakers and Experts<\/strong><br>The conference will feature renowned national and international experts, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Carl Dalla Riva \u2013 Director, Board of Arboriculture, Australia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dan Lambe \u2013 CEO, Arbor Day Foundation, USA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jessica Sanders \u2013 Executive Director, Sacramento Tree Foundation, USA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dr. Sangram Chavan \u2013 Senior Scientist, National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dr. Prachi Gupta \u2013 Professor, Azim Premji University, Bengaluru<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vyom Bhatt \u2013 Co-Founder, Shroomsabha<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gabor Goertz \u2013 CEO &amp; Co-Founder, Greehill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Architect Shilpa Gavane \u2013 Founder, Trees of Ahmedabad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And many other distinguished global and Indian experts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-interactive=\"core\/file\" class=\"wp-block-file\"><object data-wp-bind--hidden=\"!state.hasPdfPreview\" hidden class=\"wp-block-file__embed\" data=\"https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ATCA_Conference-Brochure_2026_compressed.pdf\" type=\"application\/pdf\" style=\"width:100%;height:600px\" aria-label=\"Embed of ATCA_Conference Brochure_2026_compressed.\"><\/object><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-e5b0257d-1bef-41a4-9ea8-de69dc51a177\" href=\"https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ATCA_Conference-Brochure_2026_compressed.pdf\">ATCA_Conference Brochure_2026_compressed<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/krishiparva.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/ATCA_Conference-Brochure_2026_compressed.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" download aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-e5b0257d-1bef-41a4-9ea8-de69dc51a177\">Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Highlights of the Conference<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hands-on workshops on urban tree management (March 6 \u2013 limited seats, venue to be announced soon)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sessions on tree protection during construction projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Global keynote addresses and panel discussions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poster competition for students and researchers (Top 3 awards)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Presentations on new technologies and research in arboriculture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conference participation to all attendees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Networking dinner on March 7<br>Special Guests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chief Guest \u2013 Shri. 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