International Day of Forests

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International Day of Forests in United Nations in 2025
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Dates of International Day of Forests
2025 United Nations Friday, March 21stInternational Day of Forests
2024 United Nations Thursday, March 21stInternational Day of Forests
2023 United Nations Tuesday, March 21stInternational Day of Forests
2022 United Nations Monday, March 21stInternational Day of Forests
2021 United Nations Sunday, March 21stInternational Day of Forests
Summary
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World Forestry Day is celebrated every year to raise public awareness about the importance of the forests to balance the life cycle on the earth. World Forestry Day is also known as the International Day of Forests. It was first celebrated in Europe.

This global celebration of forests provides a platform to raise awareness of the importance of all types of woodlands and trees, and celebrate the ways in which they sustain and protect us.

  • Did you know? There are more trees on Earth than there are stars in the Milky Way.

Forests are incredibly important to the world's ecosystem for several reasons:

  • Carbon Storage: Forests absorb and store large amounts of carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas responsible for climate change. Trees take in carbon dioxide and use it in the process of photosynthesis to produce oxygen and store carbon. The world's forests store approximately 650 gigatons of carbon, which helps regulate the Earth's climate.

  • Biodiversity: Forests are home to a large number of plant and animal species. Many species of plants and animals are found exclusively in forests. The loss of forests leads to a loss of biodiversity, which can have far-reaching consequences for the health of ecosystems.

  • Water Cycle: Forests play a critical role in regulating the water cycle. They absorb and store rainwater, which helps maintain the water table and prevents floods and soil erosion. Forests also release water vapor into the atmosphere through transpiration, which helps create rain and maintain regional climates.

  • Soil Health: Forests help maintain soil health by preventing erosion, promoting nutrient cycling, and providing organic matter. Forests are essential for soil health, and soil health is essential for plant growth and productivity.

  • Economic Benefits: Forests provide a range of economic benefits, including timber, non-timber forest products, and ecotourism. Forests also help maintain the livelihoods of millions of people who live in and around forests.

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