Omaha Master Plan – Urban Forestry and Sustainable Neighborhood Design for Climate Resilience

This manual emphasizes the role of interconnected natural systems in urban planning, highlighting the benefits of trees for stormwater management, air quality, energy conservation, and wildlife habitat. It promotes strategic tree planting to provide shade, reduce heat islands, and act as windbreaks while ensuring compatibility with solar energy systems. The manual also advocates for compact, walkable neighborhoods to reduce energy use, improve air quality, and support natural habitats.