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International Day of Forests: 7 essential roles forests play in maintaining sustainable environment





Forests regulate climate change
21st March every year is observed as Forest Day worldwide to raise awareness of types of forests, trees and woodlands and their role in maintaining sustainable environment. In today’s fast paced economy, where people are less concerned about the environment forests have a great role to play in maintaining clean and green localities for better health of citizens. Forests and trees store carbon, which helps mitigate the impacts of climate change in and around urban areas.


Trees are amazing air filters
Urban trees are excellent air filters, removing harmful pollutants in the air and fine particulates. Trees reduce noise pollution, as they shield homes from nearby roads and industrial areas.



Forests are productive and source of income
Local populations use the fruits, nuts, leaves and insects found in urban trees to produce food and medicines for use in the home, or as a source of income.



Forests are a source of energy
Wood fuel sourced from urban trees and planted forests on the outskirts of cities provides renewable energy for cooking and heating, which reduces pressures on natural forests and our reliance on fossil fuels.


Forests are a house for animals
Well-managed forests and trees in and around cities provide habitats, food and protection for many plants and animals, helping to maintain and increase biodiversity.


Forests help in water regulation
Forests in and around urban areas help to filter and regulate water, contributing to high-quality freshwater supplies for hundreds of millions of people. Forests also protect watersheds and prevent flooding as they store water in their branches and soil.


Forests and trees beautify cities and localities
Forests in cities and surrounding areas generate tourism, create tens of thousands of jobs and encourage city beautification schemes, building dynamic, energetic and prosperous green economies.

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