The winner of the Water Abundance XPrize creates enough water for 100 people every day by making an artificial cloud inside a shipping container.

When one thinks of Southern California, palm trees might come to mind. But despite the diversity and ubiquity of palms in the Los Angeles area, only one species—Washingtonia filifera, the California fan palm—is native to the state. So how did they become so abundant? #LostLA

Yes, it is that simple! Being around #nature and #wildlife and animals help kids develop empathy.

Once they reach maturity, the trees will help prevent landslides, support biodiversity, and provide windbreak and shade for community members.

Looking to sharpen your understanding of how trees help cities thrive?

Want to become an expert on how to care for trees - young and old?

Hoping to learn about how to advocate for trees in your community?

Join the California Urban Forests Council, West Coast Arborists, Inc., City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, and City Plants for a community workshop on trees on 10/27/18 - How they take care of us and how we can take care of them!

Many trees are dropping their leaves already. Most of it is due to rain-fueled leaf disease, which isn't terribly harmful in the long run.