Natural Resources Conservation 275 - Trees & Sustainability

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. In this class, we'll learn about the many benefits that trees provide and different ways to assess their value. We?ll also learn how to maximize tree value by minimizing costs associated with planting and maintaining them.