NESPAK completes first large-scale geo-tagging of urban trees
The effort is a part of the upcoming Lahore Yellow Line Project being launched by Government of the Punjab. The initiative involved the precise identification of each tree using GPS-enabled surveying equipment, with coordinates and tree-specific metadata integrated into a centralized GIS database. This structured dataset enables spatial analysis, supports condition monitoring, and provides a critical decision-making tool for authorities, urban foresters, and environmental planners.
Strategically located, the Lahore Canal green belt functions as one of Lahore's primary ecological corridors — mitigating air pollution, regulating microclimate, and enhancing urban biodiversity. NESPAK's intervention equips this corridor with a robust digital inventory, facilitating data-backed management without disrupting the integrity of the ecosystem.
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