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• Duration of 10-20 years
• Sample inventory:
• 38 874 seedlings
• 5% tree removal
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12. Methodology
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Program
Objectives
Recognize Enumerate
Constrains Alternatives
13. Benefits
• Research & Development (R&D) and overhead
power lines upgrades (20%)
• Tree trimming residue compost (1%)
• Air conditioning energy savings (8%)
• Real estate added value (62%)
• Eradicate tree fall (8%)
19. More information
Parameter Value Meaning
Cost Benefit rate 1.7 Benefits are generated
Net Present Value R$ 22 000 000 Add value
Total Cost R$ 30 000 000 Investment
Payback 0 Time to pay the project
Execution 10 years