Creating an energy-efficient urban forest

Examines how a utility-sponsored urban tree planting program in Sacramento, California evolved to achieve continuous improvements and refinements in program design, operation, and energy savings. [UMN]

"This paper examines how a utility-sponsored urban tree planting program evolved to achieve continuous improvements and refinements in program design, operation and energy savings. The nations largest shade tree program, sponsored by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) in collaboration with the Sacramento Tree Foundation (STF), is used as a case study. Results of impact and process evaluation studies as well as market research analysis and quality assurance inspection results are presented, along with program modifications that were implemented to improve program effectiveness. This paper will also examine key issues involved in evaluating benefits (avoided cost of energy and capacity) of an urban tree planting program from the perspective of an electric utility, as well as from a wider perspective of public and private entities that may benefit from such programs." [Abstract]

[September 5-8, 2001, Washington, DC]

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