McPherson, E.G. & J.R. Simpson, 2002, A comparison of municipal forest benefits and cost in Modesto and Santa Monica, California, USA, in: Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, ,
- Author : McPherson, E.G. & J.R. Simpson
- Year : 2002
- Journal/Series : Urban Forestry & Urban Greening
- Pages : 61-74
- Abstract in English : This paper presents a comparison of the structure, function, and value of street and park trees in two California cities. Cities need to grow to maintain vigorous local economies, but their ability to grow is influenced by environmental constraints and competition with other regions in term of quality of life. Research quantifying the benefits of healthy municipal urban forests is showing that trees can mitigate impacts of development or air quality, climate, energy for heating and cooling buildings and stormwater runoff. Healthy street trees increase real estate values, provide neighborhoods with a sense of place, and foster psychological well-being. The motivation of this study is to provide cities with a comprehensive accounting of municipal forest benefits and associated management costs.
- Comments/Notes : KEYWORDS: urban forestry, forest valuation. Economy, quality of life, energy saving, air quality, storm water reduction.