Deforestation is the removal of forests usually as a result of deliberate human action such as cutting down trees for timber, fuelwood or to clear land for agriculture, urbanization or other purposes. Contributions of Deforestation to climate change - Disrupts the carbon cycle by releasing stored caRead more
Deforestation is the removal of forests usually as a result of deliberate human action such as cutting down trees for timber, fuelwood or to clear land for agriculture, urbanization or other purposes.
Contributions of Deforestation to climate change –
- Disrupts the carbon cycle by releasing stored carbon dioxide (CO2) through tree cutting and decomposition.Carbon cycle disruption releases excess CO2, trapping heat ,and accelerating global warming and climate change.
- Releases greenhouse gases through tree cutting, decomposition and soil disturbance, emitting carbon dioxide (55-65%), methane (20-25%) and nitrous oxide (5-10%), totaling 15-20% of global.Greenhouse gas emissions trap heat, warming the planet, and driving climate change and weather extremes.
- Disrupts climate regulation by removing forests that moderate temperature, precipitation and weather patterns, altering global water cycles and exacerbating climate extremes, impacting regional and global climate stability significantly.
Deforestation’s devastating impact on climate regulation, biodiversity and ecosystems necessitates urgent action, including sustainable land use practices, reforestation efforts and d policy changes to protect our planet’s precious forests.
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Kerala faces significant environmental and socio-economic challenges. The state’s hilly areas, like wayanad, are highly susceptible to landslides, especially during the monsoon season. The recent landslide in wayanad, one of the deadliest, caused major loss of life and injuries. Coastal areas are alRead more
Kerala faces significant environmental and socio-economic challenges. The state’s hilly areas, like wayanad, are highly susceptible to landslides, especially during the monsoon season. The recent landslide in wayanad, one of the deadliest, caused major loss of life and injuries. Coastal areas are also at risk due to rising sea levels and erosion. Kerala faces some tough socio-economic problems, including low human development indicators and a high population density. It’s challenging to balance development with protecting the environment. The state government has taken steps to address these issues. For example, the state action plan on climate change is meant to tackle climate problems, but it needs to be properly put into action to work effectively. The state also responds to calamities with effective rescue and relief activities, and expenditures in health and education have resulted in increased general well-being. However, issues remain. Despite warnings, some people continue to live in high-risk locations, demonstrating gaps in risk communication. Properly executing climate action strategies is critical to long-term success. The latest landslide emphasizes the critical necessity for preemptive actions to protect lives and mitigate environmental threats.
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