Evaluating the Environmental Impact of Urban Tree Planting Initiatives

A research proposal submitted by:

Barcelona, Neil Ryan Andrei A.

Bermas, Carl Marx A.
Gangan, Brandon Boyd S.
Manalansan, Hazelyn Melo S.
Manalo, Thrixie Joyce B.
Peñada, Jozhe Aeman M.
Peralta, Janiya G.

Grade 10 – Our Lady of Lourdes

Science 10

Mrs. Rossiel R. Dela Cruz

November 7, 2023
 Evaluating the Environmental Impact of Urban Tree Planting Initiatives

Introduction

Urban areas worldwide face environmental challenges, including air pollution, heat island

effects, and habitat loss. In response to these challenges, urban tree planting initiatives have

gained prominence as a promising strategy for improving the environmental quality and

livability of cities. Planting trees within urban landscapes not only enhances aesthetics but also

offers a range of ecological benefits, such as improved air quality, carbon sequestration, and

temperature regulation. These initiatives, when executed effectively, hold the potential to

transform urban environments into healthier, more sustainable spaces.

This research, titled "Evaluating the Environmental Impact of Urban Tree Planting

Initiatives," seeks to provide a comprehensive assessment of the effectiveness and outcomes of

such initiatives in urban settings. The hypothesis guiding this research is that urban tree-planting

initiatives have a significant positive impact on the environment, contributing to the amelioration

of various urban environmental challenges.

The urban ecology analysis centered on "Tree Planting and Air Quality Improvement"

spotlights the consequential role that trees play in alleviating environmental difficulties,

particularly in city environments. Taking a closer look, it illustrates a strong correlation between

initiatives that result in planting more trees and an uptick in air quality standards dominated by

the city environment.

This intriguing exploration drills further into the ecologically transformative influence of

trees - from their beneficial utility in carbon sequestration to their vital ability to minimize air

pollution. The research throws one's support for tending toward the planting of more trees as an
appropriate and efficient combatting arc against relentlessly increasing air pollution in urban

sprawls.

You can read further to grasp the importance of urban ecological needles and the

symbiotic relationship between trees and air quality. You would automatically be part of the

growing voice that pleads for an increase in tree counting on our city horizons. One can make a

formidable case pointing to the desperate need to construct healthy and sustainable living spaces

simply by incorporating more trees into our corresponding urban landscapes.

Statement of the Problem

Tree planting has become popular and is a big help to our environment nowadays. As the

world progresses, we lose a lot of trees on the planet. So, people have started to plant trees.

However, not everyone is successful in tree planting. It could mean a lot of things about the

planter. They were probably unable to take care of it due to inexperience.

This study focuses on the problems people encounter during planting:

1. Improper planting technique.

2. Low-quality soil.

3. Poor seedling care.

Primary Objectives

The primary objective of this research is to identify ways to prevent and resolve this

ongoing issue by gathering information on what we can do about the said problems.

The primary objectives of this research are to:

1. Investigate the extent of community engagement in tree planting initiatives.

 2. Investigate the social and psychological outcomes of community engagement.

3. Formulate best practices and recommendations for fostering community engagement

in tree planting projects.

Scope and Limitation

This research study is focused on the community of Tanay, Rizal. This study aims to help

the environment heal from deforestation and avoid disasters that result from deforestation.

Hypothesis

Urban tree planting initiatives have a significant positive environmental impact, including

improvements in air quality, carbon sequestration, temperature regulation, and biodiversity

enhancement, ultimately contributing to healthier and more sustainable urban ecosystems.

This hypothesis suggests that urban tree planting initiatives yield substantial

environmental benefits that help address urban environmental challenges. The research will aim

to test and provide evidence for this hypothesis by evaluating the impact of such initiatives on

various environmental factors.

Increasing tree planting in urban areas will lead to a measurable improvement in air

quality by reducing levels of air pollutants such as particulate matter and enhancing overall

ecological balance, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable urban environment.