Natural Resources Conservation 290C - Trees & Sustainability

Fall
2019
01
3.00
Brian Kane
TU TH 1:00PM 2:15PM
UMass Amherst
31212
Holdsworth Hall room 202
bkane@eco.umass.edu
Trees growing in residential areas provide many benefits like cleaning the air and water, reducing energy use, and blocking unsightly views. They can also be dangerous if not carefully planted and properly maintained, causing power outages and damaging property. We'll review the benefits that trees provide, including different ways to assess their value. We will also discuss how best to plant and maintain trees to maximize their benefits and minimize their costs.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.