CARBON SEQUESTRATION ASSESSMENT OF URBAN TREES

Carbon Sequestration Assessment of Urban Trees explores the important role of urban trees in reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide and supporting sustainable urban environments. With rapid urbanization and industrial growth, cities are facing increasing challenges such as pollution, habitat loss, biodiversity decline, and climate change. Urban areas in India also contribute significantly to carbon emissions, making it essential to identify effective natural solutions for climate mitigation. This book focuses on understanding the major sources of carbon emissions in Vadodara city and evaluating the carbon sequestration potential of urban tree cover. Although forests have long been recognized as major carbon sinks, the contribution of urban trees has received comparatively less attention. By highlighting the ecological significance of urban greenery, this work emphasizes the need for conservation and proper management of urban forest cover as a strategy for improving environmental quality and combating climate change.