Proforestation
Proforestation increases the storage of this greenhouse gas by allowing trees to continue growing and accumulating biomass.
Carbon Dioxide
One challenge of afforestation in dry regions in competition for this essential natural resource.
Water
These forests are found near the equator and are known for high biodiversity.
Tropical Forests
Despite its tree-like appearance, bamboo belongs to this plant family.
Grass
A planned, carefully managed fire used to reduce fuel buildup is called this.
Prescribed burn (or controlled burn)
Older forests often support higher levels of this ecological characteristic, referring to the variety of living organisms.
Biodiversity
Afforestation projects often begin on degraded lands such as abandoned farms, mines, or these areas with poor soil quality.
Wastelands
Although they cover only a small percentage of Earth's land surface, these ecosystems store more carbon than all the world's forests combined.
Peatlands
Draining peatlands can release large quantities of this gas.
Carbon Dioxide
In many forests, the accumulation of dead vegetation increases the risk of these intense, difficult-to-control fires.
Wildfires
Unlike clear-cutting, proforestation emphasizes preserving these mature ecosystems because they store large amounts of carbon.
Old growth forests
When a newly planted forest removes more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere than it emits, it functions as this.
Carbon Sink
This layer of the tropical forest contains the majority of the forest's wildlife and plant species.
Canopy
Bamboo is especially effective at preventing this environmental problem because its roots help hold soil in place.
Soil erosion
Fire can increase the availability of this nutrient by converting organic matter into ash.
Phosphorus