Deforestation : Science World Report

Dec 15, 2016 02:15 AM EST

French Guiana Deforestation Linked To Increase In Infectious Tropical Disease

Deforestation in French Guiana has been linked to a rise in infectious tropical disease.

Jun 10, 2016 06:20 AM EDT

Norway Takes The Lead In Fight Against Deforestation

Norway has initiated the first step in what may hopefully encourage other countries to follow in the fight against deforestation.

May 04, 2016 04:00 AM EDT

Defaunation And Carbon Storage Affect Each Other, Says Study

Learn about what's causing the decrease in number of topical forest trees around the globe.

Nov 20, 2015 10:24 AM EST

Fossilized 400-Million-Year-Old Forest Unearthed In Arctic Norway

Researchers from Cardiff University in the UK have unearthed an ancient fossil forest that is approximately 380 million years old.

Oct 15, 2015 01:40 PM EDT

Protected And Intact Forests Endure Rapid Loss Around The World

There is a rapid loss of protected and intact forests around the world, according to findings from a recent study.

Sep 03, 2015 07:19 AM EDT

Three Trillion Trees on Earth are More Than Expected, But Still in Decline

It turns out that there are far more trees on Earth than previously realized.

Apr 02, 2015 07:32 AM EDT

Deforestation May Impact Our Climate and Food Supply

Deforestation may not just impact wildlife. Scientists have found that it could affect global food production by triggering changes in local climate.

Oct 07, 2014 11:10 AM EDT

Brazil's Rainforests Releasing More Carbon Than Previously Estimated

As deforestation continues in tropical rainforests, more and more carbon is being released. Now, scientists have found that far more common has been lost than previously thought, which could affect models that predict carbon emissions.

Jul 03, 2014 07:14 AM EDT

Combating Deforestation Could Have Consequences for Tropical Forests

Combating deforestation and degradation could lead to bad outcomes. Scientists have found that efforts to restore forests can actually go awry if the people making the plans of action don't choose wisely.

Dec 10, 2013 11:25 AM EST

More Logging May Better Serve the Climate in Snowy Areas

It may seem counterintuitive, but logging could help serve the climate more in some locations. Scientists have discovered that replacing forests with snow-covered meadows may just provide greater climactic and economic benefits, which could lead to new methods to help restore climate stability.