Wigger Tims
Expert Nature & Landscape
Stay compliant. Track urban nature.
Measure tree canopy.
Prove no loss.
Prepare for mandatory monitoring.
New regulation. Limited insight.
The EU Nature Restoration Law introduces new requirements for urban nature.
For cities, this means:
- A target of 30% tree canopy coverage
- Mandatory monitoring from 2031
- No net loss of green between 2024 and 2031
But most organizations currently lack:
- A reliable baseline (2024)
- Consistent canopy measurements
- Insight into change over time
- Proof of compliance
Without clear data, it becomes difficult to demonstrate that targets are met, or that no decline has occurred.
From regulation to measurable compliance.
Terramira enables organizations to measure, monitor and report on urban tree canopy.
Not just current status.
But verifiable trends.
A clear path to compliance.
Baseline. Monitor. Prove.
We provide a structured approach to meet regulatory requirements.
We define the initial tree canopy coverage.
We calculate tree canopy percentages across urban areas.
We track changes annually or periodically.
We identify increases, stability or decline.
We provide data and insights to demonstrate:
- No net loss
- Progress toward targets
Be ready for regulation.
Early risk detection
Identify areas where canopy is declining.
Policy support
Use data to guide greening strategies.
Stronger accountability
Provide objective proof for stakeholders and regulators.
Designed for regulatory context
The approach supports:
- Baseline measurement (2024)
- Monitoring of canopy coverage
- Trend analysis over time
- Integration with historical data
Important nuance:
A small increase in tree count may indicate progress, but does not necessarily reflect ecological quality.
That’s why additional insights such as canopy volume can be included for deeper analysis.
For public sector compliance
Municipalities
Monitor urban tree canopy and report progress
Provinces
Support regional oversight and policy alignment
National government
Track compliance with EU regulation
Frequently Asked Questions
It is EU regulation requiring cities to monitor and maintain urban green, including tree canopy coverage.
It is a guideline for the share of tree canopy coverage in urban areas.
Between 2024 and 2031, total urban green should not decrease.
Monitoring becomes mandatory from 2031.
Because tree count alone does not reflect ecological quality — mature trees provide more value.
today.
Measure your baseline. Track your progress.
Wigger Tims
Expert Nature & Landscape
