Sustainable Infrastructure: Update 20
Our latest company update. In this issue: Case Study London Wall Place Case Study Hilldale Shopping Center – Madison, Wisconsin Case Study Kings Crescent Toronto District Walking Tour A walking tour on SuDS/LID Launching RootSpace G2 New and improved GreenBlue Urban UK Roadshows A look at what’s happened so far Case Study Residence Inn by […]
Edition 9
The key to successful urban tree planting is below ground – an investment which is out of sight immediately but potentially manifests above ground for many decades, or even centuries. The GreenBlue Design Guide puts together all the key items of successful urban tree planting into one resourceful document for busy specifiers and installers. Please […]
Tree Species Selection For Green Infrastructure
An invaluable guide for specifiers on species selection for green infrastructure written by Dr Andrew Hirons and Dr Henrik Sjöman and developed as part of a NERC sponsored project involving University Centre Myerscough, Lancaster University and Trees & Design Action Group.
Sustainable Infrastructure | Update 19
In this issue: Installing RootSpace 400 Contractors were invited to witness the first-ever installation Case Study Jack Layton Ferry Terminal New York Water Environment Conference Jeremy Bailey presents on SuDS / LID Water Resilient Cities Piloting SuDS / LID as tree pit solutions A Wealth of Resource An update on our most informative guides yet […]
Soil Volume Calculator
Following extensive research with universities, colleges and academia throughout the world, GreenBlue Urban has produced the Soil Volume Calculator, available in print and online, giving a simple guide to the soil volumes required to get trees to chosen long term canopy diameters. Whilst not totally prescriptive – different tree species have differing nutrient requirements – […]
Street Tree Cost Benefit Analysis
GreenBlue Urban is proud to publish its most comprehensive ‘return on investment’ guide for urban tree planting yet. Our long-term commitment to increasing canopy cover globally, using the most innovative soil support systems, is in perfect synchronicity with the research undertaken by Treeconomics.
Sustainable Infrastructure – Issue 16
In this issue: Introducing Street Furnishing Collections Coordinated streetscapes now start at greenblue.com When Many Street Trees Start to Fail, Trees in StrataCells Thrive 6 Year Review of Walkers Line Houses of Parliament A tour of the importance of trees around the UK Parliament buildings Health Benefits of Trees Detailed findings on urban planting LID […]
Suspended Pavement for Urban Tree Growth
Urban areas can often be completely covered by one hardscape surface or another – which when not considered for properly can mean a nonexistent presence of trees in cityscapes. Given the enormous social and environmental benefits of trees, urban landscape professionals consider methods suitable for planting trees in urban areas. Suspended pavement over noncompacted soil […]
A Guide to Successful Urban Tree Pit Design
The benefits that populations of healthy urban trees can create are significant, yet the environmental conditions found in urban spaces can often be a barrier to their successful establishment and long term survival. In order to provide urban trees with the best opportunity to survive and thrive, it is essential to consider the conditions of […]
Managing the Root of the Problem
Every year, millions of urban trees die prematurely or are removed due to infrastructure damage and/or public safety concerns caused by poorly managed roots. This problem is largely a result of improper planting techniques, and although specific causes vary, there are some particular issues that account for the majority of issues – one of which […]
Health Benefits of Urban Trees
Few things can compare with the visual impact and seasonal interest that trees bring to an urban environment. Trees and green spaces foster community cohesion by creating a sense of place, a local identity, and a system of landmarks. Treed areas can provide space for leisure and community activities, helping residents to take pride in […]
Benefits of Urban Trees
Few things can compare with the visual impact and seasonal interest that trees bring to an urban environment. Trees and green spaces foster community cohesion by creating a sense of place, a local identity, and a system of landmarks. Treed areas can provide space for leisure and community activities, helping residents to take pride in […]
