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Pittsburgh Woodland Saved: $277K Funds Protect 27 Acres
10 Oct
Summary
- 27 acres of woodland near Pittsburgh will be permanently protected.
- Funding will support the Lowries Run Expansion Project in Ross Township.
- The protected land can absorb 22.5 million gallons of rainwater annually.
A 27-acre woodland near Pittsburgh is slated for permanent protection, a move bolstered by $277,200 in state funding announced on October 7. This financial support, awarded to the Allegheny Land Trust, will facilitate the Lowries Run Expansion Project in Ross Township, ensuring the woodland's preservation.
This initiative aims to prevent the 27 acres from succumbing to development. The protected area is projected to offer substantial environmental benefits, including the annual absorption of 22.5 million gallons of rainwater and the sequestration of over 100,000 pounds of carbon. These natural functions are critical for stormwater management and air quality improvement in the Pittsburgh area.
The funding stems from Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Community Conservation Partnership Program. This program supports projects that blend recreation, natural resource conservation, and community revitalization, connecting people with the outdoors. The Lowries Run project exemplifies these goals by preserving green space and fostering outdoor activities.
Permanent protection is key to this endeavor, ensuring the woodland continues to serve as essential green infrastructure. The land will remain a natural resource, providing ongoing ecological services such as rainfall absorption and carbon storage, while also offering residents valuable access to green space.
