our common home
why is it important to protect the environment
to make sure it is there for generations to come
how does the change of water flow link to deforestation?
because the trees direct the flow of water, without them it can cause flooding or destruction of the land
how can recycling help with the aid of deforestation
by reusing the products we have already made, it reduces the need to clear more trees.
what is our common home
recognising that the earth belongs to all of us
what is deforestation?
the permanent clearing of the Forrests for urban use
why would a bigger world population cause pressures for more forest clearing?
because with bigger population it increases the need for more agriculture, urban areas for housing, ect
what is laudato si?
a christian commandment that encourages us to look after our environment
how could loss of native forests impact indigenous peoples
it can ruin or disrupt the way of life they have lived by for millions of years
what is the economic value of trees
Source of timber, fruits, and medicinal plants.
what does laudato si say about indigenous people utilising forests
that we should learn from them, taking only what we need and using in a way that's sustainable
how does community programs help with the issue
by bringing the issue to the attention of the public and getting more people involved
what is urbanisation?
Urbanization and industrial growth drive direct land clearing and indirect resource demand that accelerate global deforestationto make room for growing populations
what does catholic social teaching tell us about deforestation?
views deforestation as a grave moral issue that destroys ecosystems, harms vulnerable communities, and violates our duty to be stewards of creation.
define loss of biodiversity
Forests hold most land animals and plants. Destroying these spaces drives countless species toward extinction.
why is it important to get involved it living more sustainably?
because every action counts, to fix the problem we all need to contribute