Andrew Trlica

Andrew Trlica is a Research Scholar in the Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources at North Carolina State University (NC State), affiliated with the College of Natural Resources. His work focuses on forestry management, ecosystem science, carbon sequestration, and the application of remote sensing in ecological studies. Trlica’s research integrates interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in forest productivity optimization, urban forestry, and climate change mitigation. He collaborates with groups such as the FER Postdoctoral Scholar program within his department.

Key research interests include analyzing drivers of forest productivity, developing soil classification systems for plantation management, and modeling carbon flows in wood products. His recent work explores topics like urban heat islands, biomass carbon uptake in cities, and the impacts of analytical decisions on ecological data interpretation. Trlica’s publications often emphasize methodological innovation, such as using LiDAR and machine learning for forest mapping.

While no specific grants or awards are explicitly listed, his extensive publication record reflects sustained engagement with critical environmental issues. His advisory and collaborative activities remain unspecified, though his role as a Research Scholar suggests active involvement in academic mentorship and team-based projects. Trlica’s work contributes to both theoretical advancements and practical applications in sustainable resource management and urban environmental planning.