i-Tree: What's New

i-Tree version 5 upgrades now available!

The i-Tree Team is excited to announce the release of i-Tree version 5.0! This latest upgrade to the i-Tree software suite introduces cutting-edge features and new enhancements based on user feedback and our continuing commitment to produce innovative and accessible urban forest assessment tools. Here are a few highlights of the new application features:

i-Tree Design

• Integrated i-Tree Forecast function for projecting tree benefits in future years
• Ability to add multiple trees around a parcel
• Functionality for most Canadian users
• Display of priority planting zones based on net tree benefits

i-Tree Canopy

• Project area delineation tool; alleviates the need for importing GIS shapefiles
• Process for Google Earth historical image canopy change analysis option
• Enhanced reporting options

i-Tree Eco

• New web-based data collection system for mobile devices
• Google Maps-based sample plot generator for simple random plot creation
• New pest risk analyses based on host susceptibility, pest/disease range and structural value
• Updated ecosystem services pollution and carbon valuations using EPA's Environmental Benefits Mapping and Analysis Program (BenMAP)and recent research
• BenMAP estimation of public health incidence reduction and economic benefits based on air quality improvements attributed to trees
• Eco inventory report enhancements, including building-energy effects for individual trees
• Rainfall interception reporting for plot-based and complete inventory projects
• Reporting for standard PM2.5 (air particles less than 2.5 micrometers) and biogenic volatile organic compound (BVOC) emissions
• Complete i-Tree Pest Detection Protocol reporting
• Expanded Australian and new Canadian functionality

i-Tree Vue

• New summary reports for land cover statistics and analysis options
• Land cover change tool for updating NLCD pixel classification
• Easier to use analysis options
• Support for 2006 NLCD land cover and impervious cover data
• Streamlined project area definition process
• Updated ecosystem services valuations based on recent research

i-Tree Streets

• Web-based data collection system for mobile devices
• General user interface refinements and functional improvements based on user feedback

i-Tree Hydro

• i-Tree Hydro refinements will be released as a version 5.0 upgrade in the near future

Web-based data collection

i-Tree v5.0 features a new web-based data collection system for the i-Tree Streets and Eco applications. This means that most devices with a modern internet browser, such as newer iPhones, Android devices or tablets, can be used to collect and enter field data. Web form rendering and operation will differ based on a device's operating system, web browser and data caching ability. Learn more>

Canadian and Australian i-Tree         improvements

A Canadian version of the i-Tree Eco application is now available in Eco v5.0 offering users in Canada similar functionality and processing capabilities as users in the United States. The Australian Eco adaptation has been expanded to include all six Australian states and the Capital and Northern Territory. Visit the i-Tree Eco International web page to learn more.

i-Tree version updates

It is important for active users of i-Tree to periodically use the "Check for Updates" tool found under the Help menu of all applications. This will ensure that you are using the most up-to-date version available. If you installed all i-Tree components, they will all be updated when performing this function. The change log lists the changes that have been made to each application and is available on the i-Tree website.

Follow i-Tree on Twitter

For those interested in keeping up with the latest i-Tree related news, articles, software updates, conference information, training opportunities and more, you can now follow i-Tree on Twitter.

Updated November 12, 2012