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Languages: english · german

Suitable spatial context: city-wide · neighbourhood

Level of effort for application: very high ×

Lock-in Cluster: Economic investments · Governance incumbency · Lack of Motivation/Intention & Habits · Personal and Social Beliefs

Target group: NGOs / local interest groups · city administration · city politicians · general public · private companies

Petition: Collect signatures to back up your local vision!

You have a very clear picture of the local change you want to achieve? You want to show decision makers how much support your vision locally has? Then a petition might be your cup of tea to drive change.

Tree Budget Graz

Baumbudget Graz is an innovative financing model introduced by the City of Graz to systematically fund the planting and maintenance of urban trees. It draws from three sources: compensation fees collected under the city's tree protection ordinance (which requires replanting or financial compensation when trees are removed), voluntary tree sponsorships open to individuals and companies, and project-specific budget approvals by the city council. Together, these streams create a dedicated financial pool that ensures greening efforts are not dependent on a single, uncertain budget line.