Meters for Trees
About Meters for Trees
Launched in the UK in 2019, Meters for Trees is a revolutionary initiative that promotes sustainability by removing or decommissioning parking meters. Cities, universities, and parking operators can reduce costs, support cleaner air, and leave a lasting green legacy - all by encouraging mobile parking payments.
We are excited to bring this programme to North America. As of 2024, for every multi-space meter removed or ten-single space meters, PayByPhone commits to planting one tree. This is done through our partner, veritree, a data-driven, restorative platform that connects nature-based solutions with mission-driven companies ready to lead the restorative economy.
Beyond reforestation, switching to mobile payments can improve air quality by reducing the need for collection and maintenance vehicles that emit CO₂ and harmful pollutants. Eliminating these vehicles can decrease greenhouse gas emissions, helping mitigate respiratory issues and other environmental impacts. Each tree planted through Meters for Trees further offsets carbon emissions, making cities greener and healthier for future generations.
%20copy.webp)
The benefits
Reduced emissions
Reforestation efforts
Improved air quality
How it works
The city or parking operator works closely
With the PayByPhone team to develop a plan for decommissioning meters
As part of any full or phased meter removal plan
PayByPhone commits to planting one tree for every ten single-space meters or one tree for each multi-space meter removed, in partnership with veritree
PayByPhone provides a comprehensive marketing package
To help inform residents about the initiative and communicate the environmental benefits of switching to mobile payments
For phased removals over a longer period
PayByPhone partners with the city or operator to develop a bespoke plan to drive mobile payment adoption, ensuring a seamless transition and future decommissioning of additional meters
Our growing list of partners
University of Saskatchewan
City of Pompano Beach, Florida
City of South Miami, Florida
City of Allentown, Pennsylvania
City of Coral Gables, Florida
City of Olympia, Washington
Contact us
PayByPhone works with parking operators around the world. We understand the complex pressures and unique challenges, and we can help you simplify things. This form is only for requests related to parking operators needs and driver requests will not be processed. Are you a driver? Please visit our Help Center to chat with our virtual assistant and be put in touch with our customer service.
