The Columbus Tree Coalition Plan: Increasing Tree Equity on Private Property

Abstract

Course Code: ENR 4900.01Green Columbus is a non-profit that strives to improve equitable tree canopy cover and strengthen communities with low tree equity in Columbus. This organization has been an integral part of tree planting in Columbus, especially in the communities that need it most. Green Columbus has recently been tasked with developing the Columbus Tree Coalition (CTC) as detailed in the Columbus Urban Forestry Master Plan (CUFMP), the City of Columbus’ plan to invest in expanding Columbus’ tree canopy cover to 40% by 2050. The CTC specifically focuses on increasing tree canopy cover on private property. Our capstone group aimed to develop products for Green Columbus that would assist them in determining an effective structure for the CTC, conducting benchmarking research, and providing Columbus residents living in low tree equity communities with resources to plant trees on their properties.Academic Major: Environmental ScienceAcademic Major: Geograph