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Greater & Greener is the only conference dedicated to exploring the full potential of parks as city-building tools. It’s a conference for doers from government, nonprofits, and communities who are utilizing the power of parks to create more sustainable, vibrant, and equitable cities.
Greater & Greener is an exciting blend of indoor sessions and outdoor experiences that bring the power of parks to life. The highly curated agenda sets the table for honest, cross-sector dialogue with others doing hands-on work.
Attendees will take home strategies and tools for using parks to build more sustainable, vibrant, and equitable cities. With dozens of sessions and over 1,000 attendees, including urban park leaders, planning and design professionals, public officials, nonprofits, community-based organizations, advocates, and funders, Greater & Greener is a value-packed learning opportunity.
Registration will open in early February 2027.
WHY ATLANTA
Atlanta boasts the highest urban tree canopy cover in the nation, proudly earning its reputation as a "City in the Forest." Its vast network of trees and surrounding natural areas supports a diverse population of 500,000 residents within a sprawling metropolitan area of over 6 million people.
The city is a bustling urban hub full of culture, surrounded by nature, and deeply rooted in history. As the cradle of the Civil Rights Movement and the birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Atlanta's core identity is defined by a powerful legacy of activism and social progress. Today, this heritage thrives alongside its status as a global destination for tech and film, driven by a vibrant arts scene, thriving culture, and welcoming community. Learn more about why Atlanta was chosen as the next host city.
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Find more details on the Greater & Greener conference website.