Essays about: "urban forestry"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 108 essays containing the words urban forestry.

1. 6. Managing diversity : the forest development types as a framework for management within mixed forest systems

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

   Author : Pernilla Fridberg; [2023]
   Keywords : urban forestry; urban woodland; recreational forests; forest structure; vegetation structure; forest development types; mixed forest systems; forest management; close-to-nature management; Scanian forest systems; sustainable forest management; ecological values; resilience; sustainable cities; biodiversity; ; profile diagrams; conservation efforts; herbaceous mixed stands; species diversity; reference landscapes; forest communities;

   Abstract : The demand for both biodiversity and recreational forests is increasing. Management methods under the umbrella term Close-to-Nature management, which aims to incorporate natural successional patterns and disturbances, is considered preferable to traditional forest management methods in terms of both recreational and ecological values (Wimberly et al. READ MORE

3. 7. Ecosystems Services in swidden agriculture in the Peruvian tropical Andes : the Kechwa-Lamas farm-forestry system

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Geannine Gisset Chabaneix Portocarrero; [2023]
   Keywords : swidden agriculture; ecosystem services; Peru; Amazon;

   Abstract : In the Amazon, life supporting services are importantly associated to forest areas. Nevertheless, the connection of ecosystem services to agricultural systems it is also of great importance, because agriculture is one of the most important causes of degradation and loss of these areas. READ MORE

4. 8. Managing trees and power relations : analysing power in two tree restoration projects in central Tanzania

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Linus Linse; [2023]
   Keywords : nature restoration; power relations; carbon forestry;

   Abstract : Nature restoration and carbon forestry projects in the Global South are considered central tools for climate change mitigation and adaptation. Proponents claim that projects have the potential to deliver win-win solutions, supporting poverty alleviation and local empowerment in addition to environmental benefits and carbon sequestration. READ MORE

5. 9. Mikrohabitat i träd : veteranisering i stadsmiljö och stadsnära miljöer

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Linnéa Björndahl; Wilma Ruckle; [2023]
   Keywords : habitatskapande; veteranträd; TreMs; biodiversitet; död ved; trädskador; trädskötsel;

   Abstract : Det finns i dagsläget en brist på gamla träd som är rika på mikrohabitat vilka inhyser många rödlistade arter. Utöver detta finns även ett stort åldersglapp mellan dagens unga och gamla träd vilket innebär att det kommer saknas ersättare för de viktiga mikrohabitaten när de gamla träden dör. READ MORE

6. 10. Exploring the conditions for a shift to Continuous Cover Forestry in Sweden : a practice-based approach to understanding what enables and challenges forest management practitioners to practice Continuous Cover Forestry

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Filippa Morner; [2023]
   Keywords : environmental communication; social practice theory; practice based approach; Continuous Cover Forestry; forest management practices; Swedish forestry;

   Abstract : This thesis investigates the adoption of Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF) in response to mounting environmental concerns stemming from conventional forestry in Sweden. Utilising a social practice-based approach with qualitative interviews and observations of forest managers who engage in CCF “on the ground”, the study uncovers a complex of practices connected to CCF, encompassing policy and regulation, research, advice, services, and forest ownership. READ MORE