BENEFITS OF FORESTS????
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The benefits provided by forest ecosystems include:
goods such as timber, food, fuel and bioproducts.
ecological functions such as carbon storage, nutrient cycling, water and air purification, and maintenance of wildlife habitat.
social and cultural benefits such as recreation, traditional resource uses and spirituality.
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Environmental benefits
The environmental benefits of forests are numerous. Even urban forests, which include trees planted along city streets and those growing in parks or nature preserves, help reduce air pollution, filter rainwater and provide shade.
Most of Oregon’s municipal water systems rely on water from forested watersheds, where forest soils provide natural filtration to keep streams clean and water quality high. Through photosynthesis, the trees and plants in forests provide most of the oxygen that humans and animals breathe. Forests also absorb and reduce the presence in the atmosphere of carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas and major contributor to climate change.
Beyond the many benefits to us, forests are vital habitat to numerous species of wildlife and fish.Forest Fact Break: Sustainability
This 90-second animated video looks at forest sustainability. How do we protect our forests for the future, while also providing the wood and paper products we use every day? It’s a head-scratcher, isn’t it? Forest managers and scientists are working to find a balance to ensure long-term forest sustainability in Oregon. This video is part of OFRI’s Forest Fact Breaks series, which uses bold animated graphics, sound effects and narration to teach about natural resource topics in a fun, easy-to-understand way.The benefits provided by forest ecosystems include:
goods such as timber, food, fuel and bioproducts.
ecological functions such as carbon storage, nutrient cycling, water and air purification, and maintenance of wildlife habitat.
social and cultural benefits such as recreation, traditional resource uses and spirituality.