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Introduction: Deforestation
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Top 10 Countries with Highest Deforestation
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Case Study: Amazon Rainforest
Events Year Description
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23.3
14.3
12.9
11.7
1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
• While present figures are much better than before, deforestation continues to threaten the
world’s ecosystem
• The razing of forests continues to be a major contributor to the emissions that drive climate
change
Causes of Deforestation
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Causes of Deforestation
2. Felling trees for • Logging, or simply cutting down trees for timbre is one of the main
wood causes of deforestation
• To provide land for food crops such as palm oil and for rearing
3. Agriculture
cattle, undisturbed rainforest areas end up being removed
• Over the years, the uses of wood moved from wood fuel
to construction materials such as shelters and furniture
Building Dams
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Environmental & Economical Impacts
Increased
Soil
Erosion
Disruption Disruption
of IMPACTS of Water
Livelihoods Cycles
Climate Reduced
Change Biodiversity
Short Term Environmental Effects
Increased Soil Erosion
Climate Change
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Solutions
– Mahatma Gandhi
3. Individuals
Recycle
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Conclusion
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