Elaboração de plano de arborização para o campus da Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná em Toledo / PR

Abstract

The presence of trees in urban settings plays a substantial role in the enhancement of humans’ quality of life and of the environment in general. Trees guarantee the reduction of pollution, temperature and noise, preserving the physical and mental health of human beings and ensuring the progress of cities in the environmental, social and economic realms. Implantation of arboreal species in cities must be strictly planned, this way effecting its benefits in combating environmental damages and thereby bringing about harmony between the urban environment and nature. From this, the proposal of the present research paper is to organize the Afforestation Plan for the Technological Federal University of Paraná’s Toledo Campus, contemplating the diagnosis of the forestry existing on campus and resulting in a mapping of 362 plants identified with 87 different species, defining the afforestation planning, implementing and maintenance guidelines, covering questions such as species definition, localization and adequate handling techniques. It is important to highlight that the plan contemplates the management guidelines concerning the university aiming at the continuity of the actions prescribed and guaranteeing its future.