Our communities : our urban forests

Author

Valarie Reese Evans

Date of Award

12-1997

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Planning

Major Professor

John D. Peine

Committee Members

David Patterson, George Bowen

Abstract

It is important that the benefits of urban trees and vegetation are recognized in order that their existence be maintained within towns and cities. Urban trees contribute a great deal to a community, including climate modification, air pollution control, noise pollution abatement, conservation of soils, while also providing an environment for wildlife habitats and biodiversity within the community.

The proof that trees and vegetation do, in fact substantially contribute to a healthy environment provides a resource for influencing local government leaders and citizens to recognize the value an urban forestry program has to a community.

Recommended Citation

Evans, Valarie Reese, "Our communities : our urban forests. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 1997.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/10516