DESCRIPTIONThis system includes vegetation and the parts of a green infrastructure network which are preserved or developed primarily for their benefits to wildlife and biodiversity.
BIOLOGIC FUNCTIONSphotosynthesis, wildlife habitat, habitat connectivity, climate moderation,
ecossystemecosystem restoration
PERFORMANCE METRICS
habitat connectivity; biodiversity; edge to interior ratio; vertical diversity of parcels;
EPA HEP analysisCASE STUDIES: PLANNING AND POLICYSeattle Urban Nature Project(mapping habitat types on public lands over Google Maps)
CASE STUDIES: HIGH PERFORMANCE LANDSCAPES