Urban arborization: Challenges that should be faced to increase the planting of trees in brazilian towns

Abstract

An analysis on urban arborization in Brazil comprises a historical and contemporary study to discover the true challenges that should be overcome for its valorization and increase. Current paper discusses factors that devalue urban arborization due to the city models introduced during the Portuguese colonial period and the lack of knowledge on its benefits for environmental quality. The lack of urban infrastructure for low income populations increases social inequality in Brazil. Lack of a technical team in many towns makes difficult surveillance. Consequently, laws on urban arborization are not enforced.