The Importance of Tree Inventories
A comprehensive tree inventory serves as a crucial foundation for developing tree plans and care strategies, ensuring cities can manage and grow their urban forests sustainably. By understanding the existing tree population, decision-makers can plan for greener, healthier cities while maximising the ecosystem services trees provide.
Our Services
NatureCulture offers extensive expertise in all stages of tree inventories, guided by the Swedish Tree Inventory Standard for Conducting Tree Inventories. Our approach ensures precision and practicality for data collection, management, and application. Services include:
- Preparation Before Inventory: We define the specific aims of the inventory, select relevant parameters, and ensure compatibility with digital tools like TreePlotter and i-Tree Eco for data integration.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Using advanced hand-held devices, we gather key parameters such as species, location (geographical coordinates), trunk diameter, and health assessments. This process enables us to identify ecosystem services, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Risk and Safety Assessments: We evaluate potential hazards and assign risk levels, ensuring public safety and effective tree management.
- Maintenance Recommendations: Our team provides actionable recommendations for pruning, irrigation, and other care measures, supported by urgency classifications.
- Centralized Database Management: We maintain detailed records, including tree IDs, maintenance history, and future plans, ensuring transparency and consistency across projects.