This policy brief explores emerging and innovative technologies and tools designed to enhance urban tree biosecurity. It highlights advancements in early detection, monitoring, diagnostics, and data-driven management approaches for invasive pests and pathogens. The brief emphasizes how these technologies can support proactive risk assessment, strengthen resilience, and guide informed decision-making to protect urban tree populations and maintain critical ecosystem services in European cities.
Keywords: Urban trees, Biosecurity, Emerging technologies, Early detection, Pest management, Tree health, Urban forestry
