The Stockolm Solution - an integrated approach to trees and infrastructure in the urban realm
- Martin Ford
- Oct 4
- 1 min read
Bjorn Embren
2015-10-10
Trees and Design Action Group
Tags: stormwater management, urban infrastructure, street trees, urban trees mortality, integrated approach
Björn Embrén, arboricultural manager for the Municipality of Stockholm, presents the award-winning 'Stockholm Solution' to cost effectively provide renewable energy, scale-up sustainable drainage solutions, sequester carbon, reduce waste and facilitate community participation while achieving healthy and lasting growth for urban trees in hard landscapes.
In this presentation, a tree management expert from Stockholm discusses the challenges and innovative solutions for urban tree growth in hard surfaces. With around 30,000 to 40,000 trees in the city, many face difficulties due to compacted soil and inadequate water access. The speaker highlights a successful method involving structured soils made from locally sourced granite and recycled materials, which allows for better root development and water infiltration. This approach has led to significant improvements in tree health and growth rates, demonstrating the potential for sustainable urban forestry practices.
Keywords: Stockholm Solution, Stockholm, Structural soil, Sustainable practices, Urban environment, Tree growth, Water infiltration, Compacted soil, Recycled materials
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