The rapid development of human civilization has caused the deterioration of our environment and forests. About 31% of the earth’s surface is covered by forests ( approximately 4.06 billion hectares ). But over 420 million hectares of forest have been lost since 1990. Between 1990-2010 an average of 15.5 million hectares of forest were destroyed every year. Between 2015-2020,10 million hectares of forest were destroyed every year. Every minute, 2,400 trees are cut down. By 2030, there may be only 10% of the world’s rainforests left.

Tropical deforestation contributes about 20% of annual global greenhouse gas emissions. Every day 137 different species of plants, animals, and birds are lost due to global forest loss. Global carbon dioxide and greenhouse gas emissions are also increasing. In 2022, global CO2 emissions were 321 metric tons.

Environment at Mizoram

                                                   Virgin greenery of Mizoram

We should take care to preserve the greenery of the earth and protect nature, forests, and the environment. Some of the most common ways that we could adopt to preserve our environment are :

• 3R’s- Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle everywhere that’s possible
• Buy Sustainable clothing and goods
• Use Non-toxic chemicals in household, office, and personal care
• Promote precise use of water, reduce wastage and runoff
• Drive Less and Walk/ Cycle more to reduce harmful emissions and global warming
• Plant more trees -both indoor and outdoor to take care of excess CO2 produced by modern technologies
• Aware and Educate people on sustainable actions toward the ecosystem

                                                Environment of Himalaya at Darjeeling

Some daily habits that can help us are carrying reusable shopping bags every time you step out to reduce plastic usage, walking or cycling when going for a short distance, avoiding accepting plastic cutleries at takeouts unless necessary, Reuse Plastic Bags to reduce Landfills, using washing machines and dishwashers at full load only to reduce water wastage, etc.

On the World Environment Day., I am sharing some snaps taken by me during my recent travels. We should preserve the Earth for future generations.

                                     Southernmost part of India , KANYAKUMARI

Kalimpong

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