Science behind the platform: the role of biometric measurements With the GreenSpaces [1] platform, it is possible to estimate the ecosystem services provided by a specific plant species, such as a Populus nigra with a 40 cm trunk diameter, in a specific urban loca... LEGGI DI PIÙ
Science behind the platform: measuring CO₂ assimilation in urban green spaces Trees don’t just make our cities greener, they actively fight climate change by pulling carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the air. This process, called assimilation, happens when trees absorb CO₂ during photo... LEGGI DI PIÙ
Science behind the platform: measuring trees' cooling power On these hot days, the power of urban greenery to cool the city is more evident than ever. We all look for a bit of shade to survive the heat, but not everyone knows that walking under a tree-lined st... LEGGI DI PIÙ
The economic value of energy savings from Urban Forest Recent months have been marked by unprecedented heatwaves, making the vulnerability of our cities to climate change clearer than ever. Urban forests represent a natural ally: they mitigate the urban h... LEGGI DI PIÙ
Mulching: can a simple practice bring long-term benefits? Mulching is a gardening practice not widely used in urban green spaces, but it can play a crucial role in creating healthier and more resilient landscapes. A layer of organic material (such as wood ch... LEGGI DI PIÙ
Grass clippings: waste or resource? Managing grass in urban lawns and around trees may seem like a minor detail, but it can strongly affect soil health and plant resilience. In the LIFE URBANGREEN [1] project, we compared two approaches... LEGGI DI PIÙ
Soil Matters: The Hidden Side of Urban Green Management Compacted soil is a common challenge in urban green spaces. Foot traffic, construction activities, and heavy machinery can compress soil particles, reducing pore space and limiting the movement of air... LEGGI DI PIÙ
Pruning: what difference can good practices make? Pruning is one of the most common yet most debated practices in urban tree management. It can strongly influence tree health, stability, and the ecosystem services that urban green spaces provide. Whe... LEGGI DI PIÙ
Best Practices for urban green – PART 1 Quality of citizens’ lives and the quality of the urban environment evolve together, but only what is measured and recorded can be managed. To maximise the ecosystem services provided by urban vegetat... LEGGI DI PIÙ
