Calculating Carbon Drawdown by Trees
Adapted from: McPherson, E.G.; J.R. Simpson,; P.J. Peper; and E. Aguaron. 2008. Urban Forestry and Climate Change. Albany, CA: USDA Forest Service, Pacific Southwest Research Station. Available at:...
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Urban Forestry and Carbon Storage
Excerpt from: Ryan, M.G., M.E. Harmon, R.A. Birdsey, C.P. Giardina, L.S. Heath, R.A. Houghton, R.B. Jackson, D.C. McKinley, J.F. Morrison, B.C. Murray, D.E. Pataki, and K.E. Skog. 2010. A Synthesis of...
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The urban forestry profession is the care and maintenance of trees within our communities. By maintaining trees, we help to extend their lifespans. During a tree’s life, it continually takes in...
View ArticleWhat is the carbon saving from the cooling effects of urban forests?
Trees and urban forests cool the environment by direct shade, which lowers surface and air temperature, and by evapotranspiration. The lowering of temperatures reduces energy consumption, and thus the...
View ArticleCan I receive carbon credits for the trees in my yard?
The short answer is no. Not at present, and not likely any time in the near future. The reason is mostly because of practical challenges due to the scale of a yard. Plants absorb carbon dioxide from...
View ArticleWhat factors are involved with estimating the net carbon balance of my urban...
Estimating a net carbon balance involves the accounting of carbon accumulations and losses. The carbon balance of urban trees includes many factors, many of which are difficult to estimate. The net...
View ArticleCould I grow enough trees in my yard to absorb all the carbon dioxide my...
Unless you have a very large yard, measured in acres of land, it is unlikely that you could offset your carbon footprint by planting trees. However, trees do absorb CO2, so planting trees in any size...
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