Trees for Energy Conservation
Trees are more than something pretty…Trees provide economic, environmental, psychological and social benefits to humans. Energy savings are one such highly valued benefit or service urban trees provide. Did you know that just 17% shade on a building from trees for example can reduce power bills by $10/ month or that urban trees can lower surrounding temperatures by as much as 20° F? Alternatively, trees can reduce winter heating costs by 15% through wind control. Correct planning, design, and care for urban trees is essential to maximize their energy conserving benefits.The National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council has sponsored the development of this YouTube channel and the supporting eXtension website, Trees for Energy Conservation. This site provides research-based information from a network of national urban forestry, energy conservation, and community development experts.
Preparing and Planting a Balled and Burlapped Tree
Preparing and Planting a Container Grown Tree
Avoiding Soil and Root Disturbance During Construction
Site Assessment Prior to Planting in the Urban Environment
Healthy Trees and Landscapes Help Save Energy
Methods of Pesticide Application in the Urban Landscape
Identifying Non-Harmful and Beneficial Insects in the Urban Landscape
Insect and Mite Pests of Landscape Plants
Selecting Pest-Resistant Landscape Plants
An Introduction to Pests in the Urban Landscape
Tree Placement and Spacing for Energy Savings
Selecting Diverse Trees for Sustainability of the Urban Environment
Selecting a Container-Grown Shade Tree at the Nursery
Selecting a Balled and Burlapped Ornamental Tree at the Nursery
Selecting a Balled and Burlapped Shade Tree at the Nursery
Journey of a Nursery Tree from the Field to Balled and Burlapped
Identifying Strong, Structurally Sound Trees
Controling Weeds around Urban Landscapes
Establishing Trees for Energy Conservation
Staking and Guying Landscape Trees
Mulching Trees in the Urban Environment
Watering Trees in the Urban Environment
Urban Forests Role in Heat Reduction
Trees for Comfort in Public Places
Finding Refuge in the Urban Forest
Community Involvement with Urban Forestry
Blending Architecture with the Urban Forest