Les P. Werner

About the Author

Les P. Werner is a distinguished urban planner and environmental consultant with over three decades of experience in sustainable city development. Holding a master's degree in landscape architecture from the University of California, Berkeley, he has advised municipalities across North America on integrating green infrastructure into urban landscapes. Werner's expertise lies in balancing ecological preservation with urban growth, advocating for accessible greenspaces that enhance community well-being and biodiversity. His seminal work, Urban Forestry: Planning and Managing Urban Greenspaces, Third Edition, serves as a cornerstone resource for professionals and policymakers, offering practical strategies for cultivating resilient urban forests amid climate challenges. Through lectures, workshops, and publications, Werner continues to shape the future of livable cities.