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Deforestation How do you value a forest? Think of the things that are provided by forests: oxygen, shelter, shade, soil nutrients, wildlife habitat, anti-erosion barriers, wind breaks, timber for construction, fuel for heating and cooking, carbon-dioxide sinks, not to mention beauty. Yet, one-third of the US natural forestland has disappeared since the landing of the Pilgrims. Rainforest destruction is currently estimated at 78 million acres per year - an area larger than Poland. That translates to about 214,000 acres per day or an area larger than New York City. Learning to respect the value of these vital forest resources is an important life lesson for future generations. "Deforestation" oil on canvas 57"x 73" |
