Assessment of Supercell Storm-Induced Uprooting of Amenity Trees—Monetization of Environmental and Socio-Economic Losses

Mirjana Ljubojević (), Bojana Buča, Veljko Šarac, Tijana Narandžić and Thomas Panagopoulos ()
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Mirjana Ljubojević: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia
Bojana Buča: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia
Veljko Šarac: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia
Tijana Narandžić: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Novi Sad, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia
Thomas Panagopoulos: Research Center for Tourism, Sustainability and Well-Being, University of Algarve, Campus de Gambelas, 8000 Faro, Portugal

Land, 2024, vol. 13, issue 9, 1-23

Abstract: Amenity trees contribute to the overall quality of urban environments and are valued for their beauty and the benefits they bring to communities. However, the assessment of this capital commonly concludes with considerations of its vitality and decorativeness. Thus, this research provided a monetary assessment of losses caused by the supercell storm-induced uprooting of trees growing in three public green spaces utilized by the most vulnerable population (children aged 3–18 years). For these purposes, the Council of Tree and Landscape Appraisers (CTLA) formula was applied taking into account growth parameters, species dependence, and the specimens’ condition and location. Prices from national and European nurseries were utilized to obtain appropriate base values. The results indicate that the total appraised monetary loss amounted to EUR 495,864 (national) and EUR 1,528,481 (European prices). The species P. nigra , B. alba , T. tomentosa , F. excelsior , A. saccharinum , P. occidentalis , and P. cerasifera showed lower uprooting resistance with no clear species-specific responses, but there was an interaction of biotic, abiotic, and artificial influences. Understanding the complex factors influencing tree stability is crucial for urban planners and arborists to mitigate storm- and wind-related risks. Collaborative planning and participatory management are essential for safeguarding both economic and environmental interests and ensuring the safety of vulnerable populations in outdoor spaces.

Keywords: climate justice; ecosystem services; resilient planning and management; sustainability; urban tree appraisal (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q15 Q2 Q24 Q28 Q5 R14 R52 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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