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Deforestation, Global Market Pressure - International demand for crops…
Deforestation
Global Market Pressure - International demand for crops like soy or palm oil.
Demand for Cash Crops - Farmers clear forests to plant profitable crops.
Unsustainable Agricultural Practices
Consumer Trends - Preference for wooden furniture and construction.
High Timber Demand - Industries and consumers drive deforestation for wood products.
Logging for Timber and Fuel
Migration to Rural Areas - People settle in forested zone
Population Growth - Rising populations need more housing and roads.
Urbanization and Infrastructure Development
Underfunded Agencies - Lack of staff and resources to monitor.
Weak Policy Enforcement - Regulations exist but are poorly implemented.
Lack of Environmental Awareness
Lack of Training - Farmers aren’t taught sustainable methods.
Poor Land Management - Lack of sustainable farming techniques increases land degradation.
Lack of Alternatives - No access to affordable renewable energy.
Dependence on Firewood - Rural communities rely on forests for energy.
Profit-Driven Policies - Focus on GDP over ecological health.
Economic Development - Governments prioritize infrastructure over conservation.
Inadequate School Systems - Environmental topics not prioritized.
Limited Education - Communities lack knowledge about deforestation’s long-term effects.
Direct causes
Root Causes
Deeper Causes