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Many institutions worldwide are initiating comprehensive research projects towards Adaptation to Climate Change with a focus on urban trees. These pioneering efforts have been developing for several years across many countries and metropolitan regions:  UK, France, Netherlands, Germany, Italy, Spain, USA, Canada, Australia, Middle East. 

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​I have been intrigued by the current trends in researsh. So many aspects have to be explored. In this context many scientific fields related to the growth of trees are interconnected like forestry, pomology, agroforestry, soil sciences, urban design etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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These new challenges also initiate further advancement of knowledge and understanding of the ecophysiology of trees.

 

Research findings should be a guide to the management and development of the urban green spaces and the urban environment in the next decades. Also opportunities arise for enhancement of tree diversity and aesthetic enrichment of the urban spaces. ​

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This site has been developed with the main purpose of providing easy access to the various aspects of research as it progresses. The aim is to cite as many initiatives as possible. The effort in designing this website has focused on drawing a framework that will seamlessly incorporate information on new projects. 

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The subsections and pages of this website refer to various topics:

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I. Tree species that are rarely used in the urban environment​. Such species may prove to be a good starting point for new tree plantings. Therefore the section on tree diversity and species that are rarely used has been covered in a rather detailed way.

II. Lines of research. Pioneering work by researchers provide alternative ways of drawing conclusions on suitable species.

III. Resources ​on climate projections. 
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Managers of green spaces and urban trees may find useful links as they try to address the climate related issues.

 

Also it may prove to be of interest to people involved in campus management. Very often large universities have to manage large areas of tree landscapes. The need for long term planning and campus master plans will have to the need for replacing woody plants that may not be able to adapt.

 

An excellent example for reference in this respect is the University of California Davis. Its pioneering research on climate-ready trees is incorporated in the planning of the campus. 

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In conclusion, new resources and tools may provide guidance to choices and strategies we would have to implement at the NTUA campus.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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