15/11/23

Deforestation:
The silent
killer of our
planet

Seminar by: Ashwath Krishnakumar

 You must be the change
you wish to see in the world
- Mahatma Gandhi
Deforestation not
only destroys
habitats, but also has
devastating effects
on our planet's
climate and
biodiversity - it's time
for change.
What is deforestation?
DEFORESTATION IS THE CLEARING OF TREES ON A MASSIVE
SCALE, OFTEN LEADING TO HABITAT DESTRUCTION, SOIL
EROSION, AND CLIMATE CHANGE. LET'S ACT NOW!
 Causes of
Deforestation
Agricultural expansion and commercial logging
are major causes of deforestation.

Infrastructure development such as road building

and mining also contribute to deforestation.

Climate change and forest fires are natural

causes of deforestation.
 Effects of
Deforestation
Loss of biodiversity and extinction of
species.

Increased greenhouse gas emissions leading

to climate change.

Soil erosion and water cycle disruption

causing floods and droughts.
How can we stop
deforestation?
DEFORESTATION IS A MAJOR THREAT TO OUR
PLANET. PLANTING TREES, REDUCING PAPER USAGE,
AND SUPPORTING SUSTAINABLE LOGGING
PRACTICES CAN HELP.
 Organizations
fighting
deforestation

Rainforest Alliance - works with farmers,

foresters, and tourism operators.

Greenpeace - campaigns to protect forests

and the rights of their inhabitants.

World Wildlife Fund - focuses on protecting

forests and their species through sustainable
forest management and conservation.
Conclusion
and call to
action
Deforestation is a serious issue
affecting our planet. We must take
action now to protect our forests
and preserve our ecosystem for
future generations.