Abstract
This study analyzes cross sectional data on the association between tree cover and selected socio-economic development indicators in Kenya's devolved units for the purpose of generating new knowledge needed for enhancing the implementation of tree cover expansion initiatives. Results substantiate that tree cover supports many productive sectors of Kenya's economy. As such, there is a moderately positive correlation between county tree cover and Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita and HDI (Human Development Index) (r= 0.38, p= .005, one tail). These results imply the need for careful planning and understanding that county GDP per capita and HDI are the most critical socio-economic factors affecting tree cover expansion in devolved units. As such, this paper recommends various actions in order to improve tree cover in the devolved units.
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