Speaking of the importance of well-planned and supported street trees, The National Tree Benefit Calculator is an excellent new website from Casey Trees and Davey Tree Expert Co. that allows you to calculate the benefits of a street tree in your neighborhood. Just type in your zip code and select an extensive list of tree species, and you can determine how much the tree is, or could be, adding to your property value, air quality, stormwater management, and utility savings. Even better, the result also points out how much more benefit the tree is if nurtured and allowed to grow to even larger diameter, and provides a conceptual summary of how a tree can impact site performance. The website is only in BETA-testing right now, but this is going to be a great outreach tool for engaging the public,and potential clients, in the value of planting, and maintaining, trees. Below is a bit more about the assessment tool:
The Tree Benefit Calculator allows anyone to calculate a first-order approximation of the benefits individual street-side trees provide. This tool is based on i-Tree’s street tree assessment tool called STRATUM. With minimal inputs of location, species and tree size, users will get an understanding of the environmental and economic value trees provide on an annual basis.
The Tree Benefit Calculator is intended to be simple and accessible. As such, this tool should be considered a starting point for understanding trees’ value in the community rather than a scientific accounting of precise values. For more detailed information on urban and community forest assessments, visit the i-Tree website.
Credits:
The National Tree Benefit Calculator was conceived and developed by Casey Trees and Davey Tree Expert Co.
This tool is powered by i-Tree; the data generating the results comes from the i-Tree Tools CD ROM: http://www.itreetools.org/
Significant text and graphical content was originally published by the USDA Forest Service’s Center for Urban Forest Research through their Tree Guide series of publications. Credit should be given to authors of these publications.
Facts about personal carbon production based on driving and flying courtesy of Conservation International
For questions about this tool, contact Mike Alonzo (Casey Trees) or Scott Maco (Davey Tree Expert Co.)
Portland Tree Service was founded by Maine residents who grew up in the Portland area. Because of this, we have a deeply ingrained understanding of the vegetation in our area. All of our employees undergo extensive training regarding native species and their specific needs. When it comes to our employees, we are incredibly strict about our hiring practices. All of our team members have at least two years of experience and demonstrate expertise in tree trimming and removal. Regardless of which team members show up, we guarantee they know how to properly perform tree removal Portland ME residents can trust. Here’s what you can expect when you work with us. Before we get started, we will assess the tree in question and decipher the correct service. From there, we will ask you about your preferences for preservation and aesthetics. Following our conversation, we will offer a walkthrough consultation free of cost. A walkthrough enables us to assess your entire property and pinpoint any other potential problems. Check out our basic services and subsequent service pages for more information regarding our offerings.
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