Did you know that more than 3.5 billion trees are cut down in the world every year?

Fonte: BBC News Brasil

Yes, it’s true that around 3.5 billion trees are cut down every year. This is an alarming statistic that highlights the importance of conservation and sustainable forest management. If you’re interested, I can share more information about the impacts of deforestation and what can be done to help preserve our forests! Deforestation has several negative consequences, such as biodiversity loss, climate change and soil degradation. Here are some key points to consider:

1. Biodiversity Loss: Forests are home to a huge variety of species. When trees are cut down, many animals and plants lose their habitat, which can lead to species extinction.

2. Climate Change: Trees play a crucial role in absorbing carbon dioxide (CO2), a major greenhouse gas. Deforestation releases large amounts of CO2 into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

3. Soil Erosion: Tree roots help to hold soil in place. Without them, the soil can become unstable and susceptible to erosion, which can affect agriculture and water quality.

4. Impact on Local Communities: Many communities depend on forests for their livelihoods, whether through the collection of forest products, agriculture or tourism. Deforestation can directly affect their lives and economies.

5. Solutions: There are several initiatives to combat deforestation, such as reforestation, agroforestry and the promotion of sustainable agricultural practices. In addition, supporting products that come from sustainable sources and participating in conservation campaigns can make a difference.

The Tancredo Neves Institute aims to fight against all this deforestation, and together with the right partnerships with public and private initiatives, offer a project with the highest technologies from partner companies to combat this chaos.