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DEFORESTATION

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GROUP 1
INTRODUCTION
What is Deforestation?
• Deforestation, the clearing or thinning
of by humans. Deforestation
represents one of the largest issues in
global land use. Estimates
deforestation traditionally are based
on the area of forest cleared for
human use, including removal of trees
for wood products and for croplands
and grazing land.
Causes of Deforestation
Causes of Deforestation
Deforestation happens for different reasons.
The main causes of deforestation include
human activities like cutting down or burning
forests for farming, construction, and other
uses. These actions lead to most of the
deforestation. Natural events such as storms
and wildfires also cause forest loss, but they
are less frequent and usually have a smaller
impact compared to human activities.
Human-Induced Deforestation
Human activities like agriculture, logging,
urbanization, and mining are the main
causes of deforestation.
Agriculture Expansion
•Agriculture is one of the main causes of deforestation, it causes
around 80% of global deforestation. This is primarily due to meat
production, with soy and palm oil plantations.

•This deforestation results in the loss of forests, harms wildlife, and


exacerbates climate change.
Agriculture Expansion
natural grasslands to pastures conversion of forested lands to crop

wetlands to rice fields


Logging
• Logging is the process of cutting down trees
to produce timber and other wood products
used for building, furniture, paper, and many
other items. Logging is generally categorized
into two categories: selective and clear-
cutting.
Selective logging- is only certain trees
are cut down by loggers, usually the
bigger or more valuable ones.

Clear-cutting logging- is when all the


trees in certain area are cut down at
once, leaving the ground empty.
Firewood and Charcoal
Production
• Forests are often cut down for
firewood and charcoal, particularly
in regions where access to other
energy sources is limited.
Mining
• Mining is a major cause of deforestation
and environmental damage, leading to soil
erosion, loss of biodiversity, and water
contamination. It involves extracting metals
like gold and diamonds from tropical
rainforests, causing harm to ecosystems
and local communities
Urbanization and Infrastructure
Development
• As cities grow, there is an increasing
demand for new infrastructure to
support the growing population, more
forests are cleared to build roads,
housing, and industries.
Climate change
• Rising global temperatures and
changing precipitation patterns
make forests more susceptible
to fires, drought, and pests,
which can lead to increased
deforestation.
Natural Causes of
Deforestation
Natural events like wildfires,
hurricanes, and insect infestations can
also lead to deforestation.
Forest Fires
• Wildfires can destroy large tracts
of forest, either as natural
events or as a result of human
activities. These fires can be
worsened by climate change.
Natural Disaster
• Hurricanes, landslides, and
earthquakes can lead to the
destruction of forested
areas. Recovery can take
years
Effects of Deforestation
Biodiversity loss
 Soil Erosion

Habitat loss
Flood
Climate Change
Increase of Greenhouse Gasses
Biodiversity Loss

When forests are destroyed or


degraded, the diversity of life within
these ecosystems is severely affected.
Forests are incredibly rich in species,
including plants, animals, fungi, and
microorganisms. This richness is due
to the variety of habitats and niches
that forests provide.
Soil Erosion
The removal of trees and the
clearance of forests lead to soil
erosion by exposing the soil to
the elements, causing it to dry
out and be easily washed away.
This not only impacts the land's
productivity but also affects
water quality and the broader
environment.
Habitat Loss
When forests are destroyed or cleared, it leads
to a significant loss of habitat. For many species,
a forest is more than just a place to live; it is a
complex environment that supports their entire
way of life. The loss of forests results in the loss
of homes and essential resources for a wide
variety of living organisms.
Floods
Deforestation can lead to increased
flooding because trees play a
crucial role in maintaining the
stability of the land. When trees
are removed, the soil on hills and
mountains becomes loose and
prone to erosion. Without the
roots of the trees to hold it in
place, the soil can wash away more
easily.
Climate change
• Trees help absorb carbon
dioxide(CO2) from the air which
help control the Earth’s climate.
When trees are cut down, the
stored CO2 is released back into
the atmosphere, making climate
change worse.
Increased Greenhouse Gases
It is the main major factor of
climate change. Rise in greenhouse
gases like methane and carbon
dioxide is driving climate change by
trapping heat in the atmosphere,
and the loss of trees further
compounds this issue by reducing
the planet’s ability to absorb these
harmful gases.
Solution to Deforestation
To address deforestation, several solutions can be implemented to protect and
restore our forest:

1. Sustainable Forestry Practices- this involves carefully managing how forests are
harvested to ensure the trees are cut down in a way that doesn’t harm the
ecosystem.
2. Reforestation and afforestation- reforestation means planting areas that have
been deforested and afforestation involves planting trees in areas where there are
none before. This both method can help restore our forests and improve the
biodiversity.
3. Reduce paper and wood consumption- by using less paper and wood products or
choosing recycled materials, we can decrease the demand for cutting down trees.
Solution to Deforestation
4. Support Eco-friendly Products- it helps reduce the need to cut
down trees. These products are made from materials that are
renewable or recycled, so we don’t have to clear more forests to get
resources we need. By supporting these products, we can help
protect trees and reduce deforestation.
5. Strengthening forests laws and policies- effective laws and
regulations can help protect forests from illegal logging, land
conversion, and other harmful activities.

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