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When you think of city infrastructure, you probably think of pipes and power lines. But what if the most effective "technology" in our cities is actually alive?In Episode 2 of our Urban Forestry series, we dive into The Urban Forest as Infrastructure. We move beyond the idea of trees as mere ornaments and look at them as "Green Infrastructure"—essential systems that manage stormwater, cool our neighborhoods, and clean our air.What you’ll learn in this video:Stormwater Management: How a single tree intercepts hundreds of gallons of rain.The Urban Heat Island Effect: Why shaded neighborhoods are significantly cooler (Evapotranspiration).Air Quality & Carbon Sequestration: The biology of how trees "scrub" our atmosphere.i-Tree & Economic Value: How the U.S. Forest Service calculates the dollar value of a tree.Study Tip for ISA Candidates:If you are preparing for the ISA Urban Forestry Certified Professional exam, pay close attention to the section on Ecosystem Services. Understanding that trees are "living infrastructure" is a core pillar of modern urban forestry management.#UrbanForestry #GreenInfrastructure #Sustainability #ISA #TreeCare #ClimateAction #UrbanPlanning #EcosystemServices

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