Drone-based Tree Inventory

Possible Academic Connections: Plant Biology, Environmental Studies, Geography, GIS

Recommended project length: Thesis

Experiential Learning? Likely

Community Engagement? Not Likely

Remote learning possible? No

Connection to OHIO Sustainability & Climate Action Plan: Grounds

Brief description: Determination of species, size and diversity of trees on Ohio University campuses.

Project Description

Contribute to the tree campus inventory by determining species, size, and diversity of trees and adding to the existing database. This project will assist in the improved management of trees on campus.

Resources Available to Students/Faculty to Complete Project

• Equipment to measure tree size
• Landscape coordinator and GIS technician assistance
• Existing database
• Drone and drone pilot

Project Alignment to OHIO Sustainability & Climate Action Plan

• Climate (goal #1 and goal #2)
• Grounds (goal #1)
• Human Resources (goal #2)
• Student Life (goal #1)
• Water (goal #2)
• Offer opportunities to participate in or contribute to sustainability initiatives (Engagement core)

Please send final project deliverables to sustainability@ohio.edu for tracking and reporting purposes.