URBAN GREENSPACES

1. Types of Greenspaces

1.1. Urban Trees

1.2. Community Gardens

1.3. Parks

1.4. "Wilderness Areas"

1.5. Cemetaries

2. Benefits

2.1. Water Runoff

2.2. Biodiversity

2.2.1. Wildlife

2.3. Aesthetics

2.3.1. Makes natural processes more visible

2.3.2. Biological and Cultural Aesthetics (Home et al 200).

2.4. Carbon Mitgation

2.5. Shade

2.5.1. Reduce cooling costs and save energy

2.5.2. Counter urban heat island effect

3. Equity

3.1. Gentrification

3.1.1. Increases residential property values

3.2. Distribution of Wealth

3.2.1. Access to green spaces is unequal

3.3. Quality of Life

3.3.1. Encourage physical activity

3.3.2. Relationships with surrounding neighborhood

3.3.3. Safety

3.4. Urban Sprawl

3.4.1. Blends natural and built structures

3.4.2. Population increases require more land for housing