Who we are
The Green Macomb initiative was created by the Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development to support green infrastructure efforts that strengthen the economic vitality, quality of life, and environmental well-being of the region.
Through diverse partnerships, Green Macomb is working with local municipalities, businesses, private residents, and nonprofit organizations in order to enhance our region’s land and water resources.
Tree Plantings Map
This interactive web map showcases trees planted through the Green Macomb Urban Forest Partnership.
In the news
Macomb County tree and plant sale returns for fourth year - 2/13/2020
Green Macomb sells a record 20,000 trees and plants during annual sale - 4/24/19
Arbor Day Foundation Awards Finalists Announced - 3BL Media, 1/15/19
Volunteers plant trees through Green Macomb initiative - C & G Newspapers, 5/17/18
Macomb County receives national awards - C & G Newspapers, 5/17/18
Green Macomb is a recipient of a 2018 Achievement Award from The National Association of Counties - 5/9/18
Place an order to help more trees grow in Macomb County - C & G Newspapers, 3/30/18
In 2019, Macomb County Planning and Economic Development was awarded a multi-jurisdictional planning grant from Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG) to develop a vision for a Greenway along the North Branch of the Clinton River. Click on the links above for more information.
Why Plant a Tree?
US Forest Service Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grant
Macomb County has received a grant from the US Forest Service and the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to reduce stormwater runoff and nonpoint source pollution impacts through targeted increases in tree canopy as green infrastructure. Learn more here.