Arboriculture Terms

design practices that reduce or eliminate the negative environmental impacts of buildings. landscapes. or infrastructure.

living plants and natural materials within developed areas. Can be incorporated with gray infrastructure (utilities. paved surfaces. and buildings) to perform important ecological functions. such as stonnwater management. erosion control. temperature buffering. and more.

using materials. equipment. and procedures that conserve and protect natural resources. are energy efficient. and protect air and water quality.