Forests are the most important land element to balance the climate. Trees absorb Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and produce oxygen, so they keep the air clean.
If the relation between trees and CO2 releasing sources is out of balance, the global warming will increase.
Threats
Agriculture
Forest clearance – Cut and burn of forests to gain and extend agricultural fields.
Urbanization
The growth of population of cities lead to constant expanding of cities. Nature around is being taken, forests have to give way.
Wood Business
Trees are a natural resource for many things of our daily life. Building material, paper, furniture.