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WHY DOES DEFORESTATION HAPPEN?

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Global Man Made Phenomenon

The Global Man Made Phenomenon Forests are being stripped at an alarming rate since the 1900's, and both men and government made no aggressive moves to save the planet from total annihilation. Perhaps the reason why men can't simply take their hands off of nature is because of the need to live. Likewise, the government can see no further ways to stop the issues since it has been at a steadily increasing rate. The first good reason why our lands are being wiped off with all the naturals is because of its values. The more viable products they see in nature, the more men become eager to penetrate the wild. Wherever there is money involved, there will always be humans hovering above it. Above all, forest depletion is for men consumption. Although it's a terrible truth, people are all aware of it; but some would only let it pass their eyes for the sole purpose of profiting. Apart from food, other resources can also be derived from nature. Among the most popular ones are the benefits which we get from trees such as paper, napkins, wood for home use, timber for constructing buildings and crafting furniture; and lastly; for heating purposes. With the wide use of lumber, it would be sure to have an impact on economic growth but with a death in forest values. The trend has become quite surprising because of the ongoing rise of the rates that reflect man's likelihood of parasitizing and demolishing nature. Why Does Deforestation Result To Devastation

Why Does Deforestation Result in Devastation?

There are some experts who believe that deforestation is not evil in all ways. It has some good outcomes with nature too, but the matter of controlling and disciplining oneslef becomes the biggest question. Take note, we are not only talking about the depletion of ecological life, but with the extinction of human life too. Areas which are emptied of the green life, especially in tropical rainforests, can be very receptive to deforestation. Tropical rainforests consist of only a delicate layer of topsoil that is effortlessly worn away if there is no undergrowth grasping it in place. The wildlife that is adapted to live in the jungle typically cannot continue to exist out in the open. Forests also act as the heat absorber of the planet, and it serves as the

biggest recipients of carbon dioxide in the air. The rich green lands entrap moisture and augment clamminess; thereby creating a reserve for animal use. Without the plant life protecting moisture from seeping out into thin air, the animals can become endangered as well. So why does deforestation happen? Perhaps, the answer to that is ourselves. We can never point fingers on anyone since we all contribute to the earth's likely demise. From the small things that we do and from the biggest threats like major corporations, everyone realistically participates in the gradual killing of the earth.

RAINFOREST DEFORESTATION
Rainforests:

An Essence to the World How to preserve the remaining Rainforests

AMAZON RAINFOREST DEFORESTATION

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Roots of Deforestation in the Amazon Outcome of Deforestation in the Amazon

Deforestation in India
Deforestation is a serious issue that most nations face today. India is definitely in the list. Deforestation is primarily due to urbanization. Most nations that are presently under the scanner for deforestation had immense forest stretch. The need for settlements and development has triggered such a scenario. India is emerging as a developing nation but sadly the country too faces immense issue of deforestation. Nearly 22.8 percent of forested area is slowly decreasing. These forests are the habitat for most endangered species and animals. There are over 2,300 species including reptiles, birds and mammals. India like most other forested regions had thick dense forests followed by rivers like Yamuna and Ganges. The Indus valley civilization had eventually led the way for deforestation. Civilizations in and around the rivers led to land reformation. India got its independence in the year 1947 and agriculture no longer remained to be the prime occupation. New developments led to new occupations and industrialization needed

to be expanded. The new policies often dragged people from these forest lands and deprived them of their sources to survive. The need of growing consumerism has given rise to destruction of forests. The major deforestation took place at Andaman Islands, Uttar Kannada and Chandrapur district. The timber industry was the main reason for deforestation in Andaman Islands. Besides the timber industry, the British had already set up settlements on these islands. And with ever growing population, the mills kept expanding. Sometimes the Forest Corporation departments often take these things lightly and themselves violate the rules. Due to paper industry, power projects, plywood mills and mining the forests have already started depleting in most areas. Certain organizations have now started to oppose the cutting down of rainforest as eventually, the need for forests has been realized.
India's rising population expansion has positioned the country in great environmental strains. The swiftly developing populace, along with the move in the direction of urbanization and industrialization, has sited a considerable demand on India's infrastructure and its biological reserves. Deforestation in India, together with all its other environmental effects, continues to go downhill and is encumbering trade and industry development in all of India. However, its booming and exploding metropolises are the ones causing their presently detrimental problems. It is a good thing to know that a single country can be able to stop deforestation even in a gradual progress. However, the other tribulations that India is now facing should also be dealt with in a similar manner. They may have erased their deforestation problems, but other troubles concerning the environment came to take its place. With due hope, all the world is watching over India and its capabilities to fully eliminate their problems that cause disturbance of the balance in nature. A Quick Look Into The History Of Indian Forest Depletion The turn of the 19th century marked the start of deforestation in India. In the year 1823, the elect governor of India named Thomas Munro believed that the industrialization process could take heights in the world economy. Having assumed in such matter, he opened forestry programs which then truly created a world of promising economy. However, this was also the start of nature's fall in India. The long logging problems of over 4 years covered the entire nation; and its forests, like other jungles in the world, was buffeted by a sudden impact of stress.

It was only through the Act of 1878 that the Indian forests began to be protected by the government. For 50 years, the Indian forested lands truly suffered and at the same time prospered from an economy that is not theirs. Today, vast environmental projects have been and are being practiced in India. The systems include tree planting, preservation of the non-damaged part of their nature, and penalties for the ones going above the prohibitions set. Incentives were also given to the minorities who learned how to adhere to the government's policies regarding nature safeguarding. Truly, India has one of the most remarkable ways of saving the world from extermination. Why Deforestation In India Took Place Unknown to many, the Indian nation accounts for the biggest number of the underprivileged in the entire world, many of whom rely completely or implicitly on green areas for a living. Poverty, as well as the huge and escalating human population, places indefatigable pressure on the forested parts of India. The end result is serious dilapidation of the countrys woodland resources. The administration has made an effort to slow down losses to its jungles and enlarge tree shelter through a sequence of plans with backing from the World Bank. It has the largest participating funds that direct to the solutions of their deforestation problems. The effective implementation of India's rules and regulations for the forests brought about a good change in their previously dilapidated jungles. Through the help of the Worldwide Bank and the sectors of environmentalists protecting the Earth, the Indian nation gave way to the possibilities that deforestation problems could really be fixed. The deforestation in India shows the rest of the world that a switch to ecological friendly decisions can help alleviate the world's present condition. If only the rest of the countries allow such kind of help from the experts, then our deforestation problems could possibly be offset in no time. Determination and eagerness to participate are two of the most crucial values the world must possess in order to preserve the remaining capabilities of our nature.

Quick Look into the History of Indian Forest Depletion Why Deforestation in India Took Place

Causes of deforestation
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top 5 include logging (both legal and illegal), industrialization, agriculture, oil exploitation and human disasters. Direct causes of deforestation: The most important direct causes of deforestation include logging, the conversion of forested lands for agriculture and cattle-raising, mining and oil exploitation, industrial shrimp farming, acid rain and fire.
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causes: major international economic phenomena, deep-rooted social structures, political factors, Overconsumption by consumers in high-income countries

Problems Of Deforestation
Deforestation

Problems in Different Landmarks Problem Prevention

Deforestation Statistics
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natural world is the home of 50-90% of all kinds of flora and fauna. year between 11 and 15 million hectares of tropical forest are lost. Ten countries with the largest net forest loss per year between 2000 and 2005 are Brazil, Indonesia, Sudan, Myanmar, Zambia, United Republic of Tanzania, Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zimbabwe and Venezuela. Ten countries with the largest net forest gain per year between 2000 and 2005 China, Spain, Viet Nam, United States of America, Italy, Chile, Cuba, Bulgaria, France and Portugal.
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government of China claims that at least 1 billion trees have been planted in China every year since 1982. Around 10 million people are employed in forest management and conservation. Studies show that 25% of the human medicines are derived form nature. Each year about 13 million hectares of the world's forests are lost due to deforestation. 50,000 square kilometers of closed tropical forest are logged annually. Loggers take only between 4 and 10 percent of trees, but leave up to one third of the land surface bare and open to erosion.

Effects Of Deforestation

There are a number of adverse effects of deforestation, that include environmental and economical. Some of these deforestation effects are discussed below: Erosion of Soil When forest areas are cleared, it results in exposing the soil to the sun, making it very dry and eventually, infertile, due to volatile nutrients such as nitrogen being lost. In addition, when there is rainfall, it washes away the rest of the nutrients, which flow with the rainwater into waterways. Because of this, merely replanting trees may not help in solving the problems caused by deforestation, for by the time the trees mature, the soil will be totally devoid of

essential nutrients. Ultimately, cultivation in this land will also become impossible, resulting in the land becoming useless. Large tracts of land will be rendered permanently impoverished due to soil erosion. Disruption of the Water Cycle Trees contribute in a large way in maintaining the water cycle. They draw up water via their roots, which is then released into the atmosphere. A large part of the water that circulates in the ecosystem of rainforests, for instance, remains inside the plants. When these trees are cut down it results in the climate getting drier in that area. The groundwater tables are affected and soon get depleted. The trees help in prevention of running off of water and help the soil absorb the flowing water. When there are no trees, water just runs off, leaving no chance for the groundwater tables to absorb more water. Thus, ultimately leading to reduction in water resources. Loss of Biodiversity The unique biodiversity of various geographical areas is being lost on a scale that is quite unprecedented. Even though tropical rainforest make up just 6 percent of the surface area of the Earth, about 80-90 percent of the entire species of the world exist here. Due to massive deforestation, about 50 to 100 species of animals are being lost each day. The outcome of which is the extinction of animals and plants on a massive scale. The deforestation effects on animals is very heartbreaking. They not only lose their habitat and protective cover, they are pushed to extinction. Many beautiful creatures, both plants and animals have vanished from the face of the earth. Flooding and Drought One of the vital functions of forests is to absorb and store great amounts of water quickly when there are heavy rains. When forests are cut down, this regulation of the flow of water is disrupted, which leads to alternating periods of flood and then drought in the affected area. Thus, leading to disruption of human settlements and loss of life in thousands. Climate Change It is well-known that global warming is being caused largely due to emissions of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. However, what is not known quite as well is that deforestation has a direction association with carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere. Trees act as a major storage depot for carbon, since they absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, which is then used to produce carbohydrates, fats, and proteins that make up trees. When deforestation occurs, many of the trees are burnt or they are allowed to rot, which results in releasing the carbon that is stored in them as carbon dioxide. This, in turn, leads to greater concentrations of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. These are just a few of the causes and effects of deforestation. The consequences of deforestation are very unpleasant as every form of life on earth is interlinked with one another. Not only do animals lose their homes, but humans dependent on the local ecology are also affected. The water cycle gets disturbed leading to floods and droughts. People dependent on the forests for their survival lose their livelihood. Global warming is another problem looming over our heads. Deforestation causes and its effects can be stopped to some extent, if we all do our bit towards the environment. Reduce emissions by avoiding use of cars and bikes indiscriminately. Make our factories more cleaner and monitor their emissions. Develop better ways of farming that help increase the yield without having an impact on the neighboring forest areas. Forest management and strict monitoring of deforestation should be carried out by various government and other nonprofit agencies. Reforestation of lost areas and following sustainable practices will help us balance our green cover. Remember, trees give us life, without them it will be impossible to sustain life.

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Can deforestation be stopped? Solutions to Deforestation

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False Solutions At Hand Sustainable Commercial Logging Options Strict protective measures The Sensible Solutions toward Deforestation Eradication Non-timber values

Deforestation Facts
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activities threaten the way of life of the indigenous peoples . strikes back in a variety of ways. The Truth of how our Forests Disappear Mankind's Drive to save Nature
Nature

Movements
Chipko World

Movement Wide Fund for Nature Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation Community Forestry International Cool Earth Copenhagen climate summit Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification Amazon Rainforest Fund

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Repair Foundation Indiana Forest Alliances National Community Forestry Center World Watch Institute Introduction : Defining the Environmental Problem

Reasons of Deforestation
Population Growth Climate Agriculture Logging Fuel Burning and Grazing

Policy Implications and Forest Management

Turkey Case

Conclusion Emphasize deforestation as a global environmental problem. Deforestation is the conversion of forested areas to non-forest land for use such as arable land, pasture, urban use, logged area, or wasteland. Generally, the removal or destruction of significant areas of forest cover has resulted in a degraded environment with reduced biodiversity Results from removal of trees without sufficient reforestation, and results in declines in habitat and biodiversity, wood for fuel and industrial use, and quality of life

Causes of Deforestation
Population Growth
It is clear now that the role of population factors in deforestation varies considerably from one setting to another depending on the local patterns of human occupancy and economic activity. Population (especially rapidly increasing or dense population) can increase demands for land and wood, eventually exceeding the carrying capacity of forests that are expected to supply wood fuels , food, and environmental protection for local people.

Climate
Forest disappear naturally as a result of broad climate changes or catastrophes such as fire and landslides.

Agriculture
Growing populations need expanding food supplies, so forests are cleared by shifting cultivators for annual or permanent crops. Rates of clearing are likely to be higher in countries where little or no progress has been made in agricultural productivity or where land productivity falls rapidly after the natural forest cover is removed.

Logging

Commercial logging operations deplete forest stocks. Regulated timber extraction should not permanently damage the forest, but when it is not controlled, mechanized logging or even selective timber harvesting may severely alter the character of the forest

Fuel
Forests in developing countries provide wood fuels for local populations. Fuelwood and charcoal are widely used for domestic cooking and heating.

Burning and Grazing

Deforestation may occur in ways other than outright clearing or wood removal. The practice of annual burning in many areas prevents forest regrowth , and grazing by sheep, goats and cattle has much the same effect.

Deforestation is one of the major environmental problems that the world is facing.

The Pros And Cons of Deforestation Pros Non emission of carbon dioxide. Vast part of the forest is left unused. Some parts of the forest can also be turned into great infrastructures. Cons It introduces numerous community and environmental harms. A global change in climate

Deaths or extinction of many more speci