Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation

Reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation means trying to stop or slow down the destruction of forests. Forests are really important because they provide us with lots of things we need, like clean air and homes for many animals. Deforestation is when forests are cut down, while forest degradation is when they are damaged, like having logging done or planting too many crops in the same area. Reducing emissions means reducing the amount of carbon dioxide (a gas that contributes to climate change) that is released into the air, which comes from cutting down trees. To reduce emissions, people can try to plant more trees, avoid cutting down forests, and use more efficient farming methods that don’t damage forests.