Reforestation Hub
Data, Graphs, and Maps
Grades9, 10, 11, 12Biology, Earth and Space Sciences
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Provided by The Nature Conservancy
What it is
- This interactive map of the United States, divided by county, shows how much carbon could be captured if the maximum number of trees were planted in each area.
- A data table provides information about reforestation at the national and state level.
Teaching tips
Positives
- The FAQ section provides detailed explanations and information about the map.
- The data used to create the map is publicly available on the website.
- There are links throughout the About page to additional research and sources.
Additional Prerequisites
- Students should be comfortable reading and interpreting data.
- Students should be familiar with reforestation and carbon storage.
Differentiation
- Biology classes could use this map as a template to create a reforestation plan in a specific county, and quantify the amount of carbon that could be captured.
- This map could also be used as a tool to discuss reforestation and carbon capture.
- Some related resources are this video about kelp carbon capture, this video on how green space can boost your health, and this lesson plan about the carbon cycle.
From the scientist review
The resource displays reforestation opportunities, ecosystem services, and options for climate mitigation. The 30m resolution used is appropriate to map these services accurately. This is recommended for teaching.
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