According to the United Nations, the world's forests are under serious threat due to climate change. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
There are a total of 1.76 billion hectares of forests in Europe, North America, the Caucasus, and Central Asia, accounting for nearly 40 percent of the world's forests. However, currently, negative processes are being observed on a global scale.
Approximately 10.9 million hectares of forest are lost worldwide each year. The main causes are drought, high temperatures, decreased humidity, and an increase in pests.
In 2021, 12.6 million hectares of forest were destroyed due to wildfires. Additionally, another 73 million hectares of forest were damaged by insects and diseases.
Experts emphasize that if this process continues, forests risk becoming a source of carbon emissions rather than a carbon sink. The UN is calling on leading countries to strengthen programs for forest protection, fire prevention, and restoration.
Protecting forests is important not only for ecology but also for the future of our entire planet.
