Impact of deforestation


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In many countries, like Bangladesh, massive deforestation is going on and is changing climate & geography. Now it is clear to all that deforestation has a substantial contribution to global warming. In addition, burning of forests in order to clear land releases tones of carbon dioxide which increases global warming.
Deforestation reduces the content of water in the soil and groundwater as well as atmospheric moisture. It also reduces soil cohesion. Subsequently, erosion, flooding & landslide occur. Mainly in the tropical areas, deforestation account for up to one-third of total anthropogenic carbon dioxide emissions, which is very bad for the environment.
A country should have 25 % forestland of its total area to get rid of environmental degradation. But we have only 16%. Approaching dangers are knocking at the door. So time has come to think about it and legal measures in order to arrest the deforestation trend in our country. Our children are growing up in a polluted environment. So the upcoming generation must be given the opportunity to understand the bad impact of deforestation. The civil societies, NGOs, local communities should come forward and work closely with the government agencies. Awareness building education and training can play a pivotal role in this process.

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