There are many things you, as an individual, can do to combat deforestation. Turning off the light when you leave the room, using both sides of the paper, and taking a shorter shower are a few examples.See this page for 50 simple ways you can help the environment: http://www.50waystohelp.com/
However, you might feel like this will change little in the greater scheme of things – and in a way, you’re right. We created Global Forest Link so that people could work together to improve the condition of forests around the world.
Here are four ways we help conserve forests:
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Creating a database of student-made forest photos and information about them that scientists can use for environmental research.
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Teaching students to analyze environmental changes using satellite-based images from Global Forest Watch and other sources.
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Enabling young people from the US and Russia to communicate about environmental issues.
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Helping students write stories and share them online and on local media to foster environmental awareness.