Unit 3 - Canada and the World's Forest Land Issues
The Impact Forests Have on Climate Change
Climate change negatively impacts forests, but forests can help fight climate change. One of the ways they fight climate change is by providing shade. Shade helps the soil retain moisture. In cities, the shade provided by trees reduces energy consumption
when it is hot by reducing cooling costs and emissions. The UN and many governments and organizations around the world are encouraging and supporting programs that plant trees and educate people on the importance of having a mosaic landscape of
agroforestry plantations, crop fields and woodlots, as well as green spaces in urban centers.
High-rise house with trees, shrubs and hedges in the City of Milan, Italy is an example of an effort to create green spaces in urban centers.
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