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A Multi-Methods Approach to Determining Appropriate Locations for Tree Planting in Two of Baltimore's Tree-Poor Neighborhoods

Year: 2010

Type: article

Abstract: Research has shown that urban trees provide a variety of environmental, economic, and social benefits.Because of these benefits, cities have been developing aggressive urban forest management plans to drastically increase tree canopy cover.City officials in Baltimore have implemented one such plan with the intent of doubling the tree canopy over the next several decades.Successful tree planting in Baltimore's neighborhoods is dependent on two criteria, available planting space and resident support.This thesis explores both issues in two neighborhoods with a history of anti-tree sentiments.Results of a spatial analysis show that potential planting space is limited in both neighborhoods, while qualitative interviews with residents revealed mixed feelings about tree planting.The current situation appears to be the result of complex social and economic processes.The neighborhoods present significant challenges to Baltimore's urban forest managers.

Source: OhioLink ETD Center (Ohio Library and Information Network)

Author: Michael Battaglia

Institution: Ohio University

Language: English

Topic: Urban Arborization and Environmental Studies

Subfield: Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Sustainable cities and communities, Life on land

Open Access status: green

Funders: National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service

Awards: LTER: Human Settlements as Ecosystems: Metropolitan Baltimore from 1797 - 2100: PHASE II, HSD: A Longitudinal Analysis of the Social Dynamics of Environmental Equity in Baltimore