The Ecological Street Tree
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The Ecological Street Tree
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Author : Georgia Norma Silvera Seamans
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010
The Ecological Street Tree written by Georgia Norma Silvera Seamans and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with categories.
This dissertation examined the role of municipal and nonprofit actors, scientific research, and local geography in the ecological characterization of street trees in the planning and policy arena of three northern California cities between 1980 and 2008. During this time period, the discourse of ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration, stormwater runoff management, criteria air pollutant reduction, avoidance of energy use and energy savings and thus reduction in power plant emissions, and wildlife habitat provision has been applied to street trees. Municipal agencies and nonprofit organizations have engaged in policies, programs, and activities that are increasingly characterizing street trees by the ecosystem functions they can provide; this is what I call the ecological street tree. Since trees have been planted along city streets, they have provided ecosystem services. Yet, over the last 30 years, two actions began occurring more systematically: (1) the ecosystem functions provided by street trees were incorporated into planning documents and activities and (2) researchers began publishing scientific evidence to support policy and advocacy claims about the environmental services provided by street trees. To measure and analyze the emergence of the ecological street tree, a multiple-case study of three Northern California cities was conducted. One of the strengths of the case study, proposed Yin in 2003, is its "methodological versatility," i.e. multiple methods and sources of evidence can be incorporated into an overall strategy. Furthermore, the dissertation met Yin's criteria for using a case study strategy: (1) the study propositions were framed as "how" and "why" questions; (2) the phenomenon could not be manipulated by me; and (3) the ecological street tree phenomenon are contemporaneous. The study relied on multiple sources of evidence such as municipal and nonprofit reports and plans, nonprofit newsletters, newspaper articles, and interview transcripts. Computer-aided content analysis of nonprofit newsletters and document analysis of municipal and nonprofit reports and plans and newspaper articles were used to track the emergence of the ecological street tree. Transcripts from face-to-face qualitative interviews were also analyzed. Qualitative interviews were used in this project because I required in-depth information from the individuals involved in the conceptualization of the ecological street tree. Furthermore, there are few studies on how and why this conceptualization has taken place. This dissertation asked six questions: 1. Has there been a rise in the ecological characterization of the street tree? 2. What is the role of the urban forest nonprofit? 3. Has the concept of the ecological street tree been mainstreamed through the nonprofit's newsletter? 4. How is the production of research evidence implicated in mainstreaming the ecological street tree? 5. If different services are salient to different cities, what factors account for this difference? 6. What strategies are used by different actors, in different cities to capture tree-based ecosystem services? Based on a cross-case analysis of data from Sacramento, Palo Alto, and San Francisco, the main conclusions of this dissertation are as follows: * Between 1980 and 2008, there was a rise in the ecological characterization of street trees in all three cities. * The urban forest nonprofit has played a role in mainstreaming the ecological street tree, but this role varies in strength among the cities. Also, the nonprofit has not acted alone. Municipal agencies are part of the network of actors advancing the ecological value of street trees. * The newsletter is not the nonprofit's primary mode of communicating the ecosystem benefits of street trees; it is one mode among a "landscape of communications". * The production and dissemination of urban forest research was critical to legitimizing the ecological street tree. * Different services were salient to different cities and contributing factors included climate, geography, infrastructure, culture, and the history of urban forestry development in each city. * Different strategies such as policies and reports, program development and activities, funding streams, and research collaboration were used capture street tree-based ecosystem services.0#x2003.
Street Trees
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Author : Furman Lloyd Mulford
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-07-21
Street Trees written by Furman Lloyd Mulford and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-07-21 with Fiction categories.
The title of this book reflects the main theme of it well, for indeed the chapters bound within its pages are preoccupied with highlighting the importance of trees being planted alongside streetways. It also discusses the species of trees best suited to provide shade, unaccompanied by growth that may impede electrical wires.
The Politics Of Street Trees
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Author : Jan Woudstra
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2022-03-18
The Politics Of Street Trees written by Jan Woudstra and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-03-18 with Architecture categories.
This book focuses on the politics of street trees and the institutions, actors and processes that govern their planning, planting and maintenance. This is an innovative approach which is particularly important in the context of mounting environmental and societal challenges and reveals a huge amount about the nature of modern life, social change and political conflict. The work first provides different historical perspectives on street trees and politics, celebrating diversity in different cultures. A second section discusses street tree values, policy and management, addressing more contemporary issues of their significance and contribution to our environment, both physically and philosophically. It explores cultural idiosyncrasies and those from the point of view of political economy, particularly challenging the neo-liberal perspectives that continue to dominate political narratives. The final section provides case studies of community engagement, civil action and governance. International case studies bring together contrasting approaches in areas with diverging political directions or intentions, the constraints of laws and the importance of people power. By pursuing an interdisciplinary approach this book produces an information base for academics, practitioners, politicians and activists alike, thus contributing to a fairer political debate that helps to promote more democratic environments that are sustainable, equitable, comfortable and healthier.
Auckland Street Tree Ecology
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Author : Sandy Zihuan Huang
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020
Auckland Street Tree Ecology written by Sandy Zihuan Huang and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020 with Trees in cities categories.
Urbanisation is currently a worldwide phenomenon and is a key driver of environmental degradation. Its impact highlights the importance of urban forests, which provide valuable environmental, social, and economic benefits within urbanised landscapes. Street trees in particular, are integral in creating dynamic public spaces and improving the urban quality of life. In Auckland, New Zealand, street trees make up 9% of the urban forest canopy, and are under the jurisdiction of Auckland Council which aims to develop its street tree network through the Urban Ngahere (Forest) Strategy. However, a better understanding of the existing street tree population is required, in order to manage Auckland street trees effectively and maximize their potential. This study determined the ecological characteristics of Auckland street trees relative to potential, and several key factors driving any differences in species composition, stand structure and spatial distribution, and tree health. A total of 1407 established trees across 47 streets, as well as 168 recently planted trees, were surveyed throughout urban Auckland. There was a high level of street tree species richness, but an uneven abundance, both of which were dominated by exotic trees. Additionally, the street tree community may be vulnerable to myrtle rust due to the high proportion of Myrtaceae species, despite meeting the 10:20:30 rule for effective species diversity. Street tree abundance was identified to be at approximately 50% of full occupancy or stock in Auckland, and its spatial distribution was driven by socioeconomic affluence. The majority of street trees were small – medium sized, and consisted of an age distribution that will balance tree death and removal. The highest levels of street tree biomass were found in older, central suburbs. Furthermore, street trees in Auckland were generally in good health, with environmental variability acting as the main driver of health condition and growth rates, especially in young, recently planted trees. Management recommendations for street trees in Auckland included using native and a diverse range of species, planting specimens that are compatible with their site conditions, and increasing the general tree abundance, especially in areas of low socioeconomic status. The recommendations were well aligned with goals from Auckland’s Urban Ngahere (Forest) Strategy. This study also suggested establishing a municipal tree nursery and street tree database, as they could help improve future management operations in Auckland. Street trees play an undeniable role in providing benefits to Auckland residents, and further research will help guide future development and management to maximise its potential.
Ecology Planning And Management Of Urban Forests
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Author : Margaret M. Carreiro
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2007-10-31
Ecology Planning And Management Of Urban Forests written by Margaret M. Carreiro and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-10-31 with Science categories.
Trees and vegetation in cities aren’t just there to make the place look pretty. They have an important ecological function. This book contains studies and perspectives on urban forests from a broad array of basic and applied scientific disciplines including ecosystem ecology, biogeochemistry, landscape ecology, plant community ecology, geography, and social science. The book includes contributions from experts around the world, allowing the reader to evaluate methods and management that are appropriate for particular geographic, environmental, and socio-political contexts.
How Street Trees Contribute To The Ecological Design Of Cities
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Author : Michael Tully
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2008
How Street Trees Contribute To The Ecological Design Of Cities written by Michael Tully and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Ecological landscape design categories.
Tree Ecology And Preservation
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Author : A. Bernatzky
language : en
Publisher: Elsevier
Release Date : 2012-12-02
Tree Ecology And Preservation written by A. Bernatzky and has been published by Elsevier this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-02 with Architecture categories.
Containing more than 225 illustrations, this is probably the first book to cover both scientific research on trees and tree surgery. It is an authoritative work, written by a man who has had a lifetime's experience of working with trees, and as such, the book will undoubtedly appeal to a wide-ranging readership.
Trees In The City
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Author : Ira Bruce Nadel
language : en
Publisher: Elsevier
Release Date : 2013-10-22
Trees In The City written by Ira Bruce Nadel and has been published by Elsevier this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-22 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Trees in the City provides an introduction to the process of humanizing the cityscape and guide to planting trees in city conditions. This book focuses on four basic concepts. First, trees play an essential role in human's urban life. Second, people must become aware of the environmental, esthetic, social, and political importance of trees. Third, trees need to be integrated with the pattern and function of urban activity. Finally, the design, placement, and maintenance of trees on city streets are the responsibility of everyone in the community. The topics discussed include a short history of trees in the city; environmental and esthetic relation of trees, human, and the city; tree choices and features; and designing a city street—models, problems, and matrixes. This publication is beneficial to landscape architects and individuals interested in tree planting in urban areas.
Urban Environmental Stewardship And Civic Engagement
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Author : Dana R. Fisher
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2015-02-11
Urban Environmental Stewardship And Civic Engagement written by Dana R. Fisher and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-02-11 with Business & Economics categories.
Once considered the antithesis of a verdant and vibrant ecosystem, cities are now being hailed as highly efficient and complex social ecological systems. Emerging from the streets of the post-industrial city are well-tended community gardens, rooftop farms and other viable habitats capable of supporting native flora and fauna. At the forefront of this transformation are the citizens living in the cities themselves. As people around the world increasingly relocate to urban areas, this book discusses how they engage in urban stewardship and what civic participation in the environment means for democracy. Drawing on data collected through a two-year study of volunteer stewards who planted trees as part of the MillionTreesNYC initiative in the United States, this book examines how projects like this can make a difference to the social fabric of a city. It analyses quantitative survey data along with qualitative interview data that enables the volunteers to share their personal stories and motivations for participating, revealing the strong link between environmental stewardship and civic engagement. As city governments in developed countries are investing more and more in green infrastructure campaigns to change the urban landscape, this book sheds light on the social importance of these initiatives and shows how individuals’ efforts to reshape their cities serve to strengthen democracy. It draws out lessons that are highly applicable to global cities and policies on sustainability and civic engagement.
Urban Forests And Trees
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Author : Cecil C. Konijnendijk
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2005-05-20
Urban Forests And Trees written by Cecil C. Konijnendijk and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-05-20 with Architecture categories.
This multidisciplinary book covers all aspects of planning, designing, establishing and managing forests and trees and forests in and near urban areas, with chapters by experts in forestry, horticulture, landscape ecology, landscape architecture and even plant pathology. Beginning with historical and conceptual basics, the coverage includes policy, design, implementation and management of forestry for urban populations.