DEFORESTATION
... Humankind is the cause of deforestation. ... Since so many are dependent on the worlds forests, deforestation will have many social, economic and ecological effects. Deforestation results in many negative consequences. ... Deforestation can cause the climate to become more extreme in nature; the occurrence and strength of floods and droughts could increase. ... It is projected that deforestation and the burning of biomass will be responsible for fifteen percent of the greenhouse effect between 1990 and 2025 (FAO 1993). ... The effects of deforestation discussed are of considerable magnitudes. ... In the tropical forests of the world, the clearing of the land for agriculture and livestock are the primary activities resulting in deforestation. ... Deforestation in the worlds temperate regions is mainly caused by commercial forestry. ... Powerful economic interests are in control of deforestation.