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1 online resource (285 pages) |
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Cover; Half Title Page; Title Page; Copyright Page; About the Author; Table of Contents; List of Figures; List of Tables; List of Abbreviations; Preface; Chapter 1 Concept of the Urban Forest; 1.1. Introduction; 1.2. Introduction of The Concept of Urban Forest; 1.3. Necessity For a City Forest Strategy; 1.4. Enhancing an Invaluable Asset; 1.5. System of Silviculture in The City Forest; 1.6. The Context of City Forest in Australia; References; Chapter 2 Value and Benefits of Urban Forest; 2.1. Introduction; 2.2 The City Forest and Its Environmental Benefits |
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2.3. The Urban Forest and its Economic Benefits2.4. The Urban Forest and its Social Benefits; 2.5. The Sustainable Urban Forest; References; Chapter 3 Application of Ecosystem Management; 3.1. Introduction; 3.2. Defining Ecosystem; 3.3. The Dynamics of Vegetation; 3.4. Availability of the Site; 3.5. Availability of the Species; 3.6. Performance of the Species; 3.7. Tools and Services for the Management of City Forest; References; Chapter 4 The Evolution of City Forest; 4.1. Introduction; 4.2. Historical Development; 4.3. Roots From the Nineteenth Century; 4.4. Changes in The Twentieth Century |
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4.5. Forest Sustainability in Urban EcosystemReferences; Chapter 5 Crown and Canopy Coverage; 5.1. Introduction; 5.2. Why Canopy Cover?; 5.3. Tree Crown or Canopy; 5.4. Optimal Level of Canopy or Tree Crown; 5.5. Set and Pursue Goals For Tree Crown Cover; References; Chapter 6 Tasks and Concerns In Urban Forest Ecosystem; 6.1. Introduction; 6.2. Tasks In Managing the Urban Forest Ecosystem; 6.3. Population of Mature Trees; 6.4. Water Scarcity And Shortage; 6.5. Concerns of Climate Alteration; 6.6. Life Threatening Heat Island Effect in Urban Areas; 6.7. Urban Sprawl and Growth |
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6.8. Road To Our Future Urban Forest Ecosystem6.9. Concerns About Pests and Diseases; 6.10. Community Resistance to Change and Convening Expectations; 6.11. Access to Research Information And Materials; 6.12. Targets and Achievement of Crown Coverage; 6.13. Facts For City Forest; References; Chapter 7 Principles in Managing the Urban Forest Ecosystem; 7.1. Introduction; 7.2. Priorities in the Management of Urban Forest; 7.3. Principles and Designs to Adapt For Establishing Management of Urban Forest; 7.4. Plans and Targets in Managing Urban Forest; 7.5. Importance of Carrying Capacity |
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7.6. Development of Carrying Capacity of Forest In Urban Setting7.7. The Specifics of Urban Forest Goals; References; Chapter 8 Implementing Urban Forest Ecosystem Framework; 8.1. Introduction; 8.2. Green Governance; 8.3. Priorities For Implementation; 8.4. Measurement, Monitoring and Reviewing; 8.5. Access to Capitals and Resources; References; Chapter 9 Components And Management Plan; 9.1. Introduction; 9.2. Assessing Tree Resources; 9.3. Tree Stock-Taking And Inventory; 9.4. Management and Usage of Inventory Data; 9.5. Plans For Risk Reduction And Emergency Response |
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9.6. Public Dealings And Educational Campaigns |
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| Subject |
Urban forestry.
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Urban forestry. |
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Trees in cities.
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Trees in cities. |
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Electronic books.
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Print version: Wajahat, Syed. Urban Forest Ecosystem Management. Ashland : Delve Publishing, ©2019 |
| ISBN |
1773617753 |
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9781773617756 (electronic book) |
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