A modelling study in Georgia on ecosystem services provided by Urban Forests and the climate change benefits to the environment

The study implemented the i-Tree Eco model in a Southern Caucasus city to model the main ecosystem services provided by urban forests. Trees in two parks in Tbilisi have been measured and a model simulation was performed for the year 2018. The analysis highlights the key role of urban forest in improving the environmental sustainability of the city and assist with species selection to, amongst other, air pollution.

Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The aim of this study is to evaluate and quantify the air quality and climate-related ecosystem service of two parks of Tbilisi and the role of urban forests in improving the environmental quality of the city.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module Environmental Health Practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

1. The effect of trees on climate change and air pollution.

2. The role of trees and green zones in cities regarding mitigating environmental risks such as air pollution and noise.
3. The positive effect of trees in a city on human health and well-being.

Instructions for this Module

• Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
• You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
• The pass grade is 70%;
• You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
• Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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