Topic Title: “The Role of Urban Green Spaces in Mitigating Climate Change: A Closer Look at Carbon Sequestration in City Parks”

Suggested Structure:

• Introduction: Introduce the concept of urban green spaces and their potential role in climate change mitigation. Pose your research question related to the effectiveness of carbon sequestration in city parks.

• Literature Review: Summarize existing research on carbon sequestration by plants, focusing on studies conducted in urban settings. Discuss the relevance of these findings to environmental science and botany.

• Case Studies/Examples: Analyze a few city parks known for their extensive greenery and conservation efforts. Discuss the types of plants found in these parks, their carbon sequestration capabilities, and how these spaces are managed to maximize environmental benefits.

• Implications for ENVS 1402: Link the findings back to the course by discussing how this research enhances understanding of environmental science principles, particularly in urban ecology and conservation strategies.

• Practical Applications: Discuss how the average person can contribute to or benefit from the maintenance and expansion of urban green spaces. Highlight community initiatives or simple actions individuals can take to support these environments.

• Conclusion: Summarize the key findings and their implications for mitigating climate change through urban green spaces. Reflect on the importance of integrating botany and environmental science in urban planning and policy-making.

• References: Seek out articles from National Geographic, Scientific American, Science Daily, and Nature that discuss urban green spaces, carbon sequestration, and climate change mitigation strategies. Utilize studies from reputable US Newspapers that cover successful implementations of green spaces in urban areas.

Here is the format for the research paper: 1) Topic: Try to think of a specific question that relates to either botany or environmental science (or both). Be as specific as possible. If you need tips/suggestions, please contact the instructor 2) Length: A minimum of 3 full pages. 3) General format: This is a research paper. You will be presenting a specific topic. Include research citations and references within your paper. Standard margins, standard type, etc. 4) Title page: Title page is needed. Include your name as well as the due date and the course info (ENVS 1402) 5) Abstract: APA style includes an abstract. This is a brief (1 – 2 paragraph) summary of your research paper. It is recommended that this section be the very last part of your paper you write. 6) Works cited page: Minimum of 2 outside resources 7) Citation style: APA. Be sure to include citations within the paper. You can use either direct quotes or paraphrasing information. 8) References: Approval is required for references. Some widely accepted sites include: National Geographic, Scientific American, Science Daily, and Nature. You may also use material from US Newspapers. In addition to the basic research, please make sure you address the following questions: 1) How does this topic relate to ENVS 1402? 2) How is this topic applicable to the average person?