Effects of industrialisation on the forests
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The problems of deforestation have been causing some growing concerns for decades throughout the globe and India is no exception. Ever since civilization has become more advanced with new technology, humans have been exploiting various resources of nature for profit and survival. Due to the rise of the world’s population and the potential promise of wealth, greed has seemed to cause the rampant over-exploitation of earth’s natural resources, thus leading to environmental issues like deforestation. In places like India, the effects of deforestation have caused irreparable damage across the country wiping out natural habitats and delicate ecosystems.
Deforestation is caused by the removal or clearing of trees and forests so that the land can be used for agricultural land, pastures, or the building of homes and other such properties; it also destroys the natural habitats of wildlife. The trees removed from the designated area are usually cut and sold, or burned. As a result, carbon dioxide is released into the air increasing the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
India has a rich history that shows their ancient traditions and culture sought to do everything possible to preserve the forests and its resources. According to one article speaking of India’s sacred rituals, “Forests were revered by the people and a large number of religious ceremonies centered on trees and plants. The Agni Purana, written about 4000 years ago, stated that man should protect trees to have material gains and religious blessings.” So how have we gone from preserving our natural environment to almost completely destroying it? It is believed that once industry and trade with other nations began, that’s when the environmental problems started—and never really stopped. India, along with most of the other developing nations, is experiencing industrial growth and a population explosion, resulting in fast depletion of their forests.
Jessica Frei, another writer who covered this topic, shares a statistic on just how detrimental the deforestation issue in India has become: “India once had 14.8 billion acres of land that was forested, but now has just dwindled to 8.6 billion acres.” Another fact, according to the India State of the Forest Report (ISFR) in 2011, states, “forest cover has declined by 367 sq. km compared to the forest cover in the preceding ISFR in 2009.” Even though the forest cover has stabilized since the 1980’s, there is still cause for alarm; it is estimated that within 100 years, if little is done to change current trends, there will be no rainforests left on earth.
In order to create a balance between forests and recent development, India is enacting laws and amendments to ensure that pristine forests are preserved and protected. The government is also trying to involve people in becoming awareness of the priceless forest ecosystems and how to save its resources. By spreading the necessary awareness, people can begin to understand the importance of the world’s forests and wildlife. It’s a time for us to do our part and ensure that we and our children appreciate and breathe in a serene environment
Deforestation is caused by the removal or clearing of trees and forests so that the land can be used for agricultural land, pastures, or the building of homes and other such properties; it also destroys the natural habitats of wildlife. The trees removed from the designated area are usually cut and sold, or burned. As a result, carbon dioxide is released into the air increasing the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
India has a rich history that shows their ancient traditions and culture sought to do everything possible to preserve the forests and its resources. According to one article speaking of India’s sacred rituals, “Forests were revered by the people and a large number of religious ceremonies centered on trees and plants. The Agni Purana, written about 4000 years ago, stated that man should protect trees to have material gains and religious blessings.” So how have we gone from preserving our natural environment to almost completely destroying it? It is believed that once industry and trade with other nations began, that’s when the environmental problems started—and never really stopped. India, along with most of the other developing nations, is experiencing industrial growth and a population explosion, resulting in fast depletion of their forests.
Jessica Frei, another writer who covered this topic, shares a statistic on just how detrimental the deforestation issue in India has become: “India once had 14.8 billion acres of land that was forested, but now has just dwindled to 8.6 billion acres.” Another fact, according to the India State of the Forest Report (ISFR) in 2011, states, “forest cover has declined by 367 sq. km compared to the forest cover in the preceding ISFR in 2009.” Even though the forest cover has stabilized since the 1980’s, there is still cause for alarm; it is estimated that within 100 years, if little is done to change current trends, there will be no rainforests left on earth.
In order to create a balance between forests and recent development, India is enacting laws and amendments to ensure that pristine forests are preserved and protected. The government is also trying to involve people in becoming awareness of the priceless forest ecosystems and how to save its resources. By spreading the necessary awareness, people can begin to understand the importance of the world’s forests and wildlife. It’s a time for us to do our part and ensure that we and our children appreciate and breathe in a serene environment
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Seeing the Forest and the Trees Vol. 2 focuses on the Northern Forest, featuring new art and artists shown for the first time at The Wild Center. Artists from around the country were selected to represent perspectives on the forest and the trees and the characteristics that make up their structure and essence. This exhibition was curated by Cory Card, Curator and Director of Visual Arts Programming at The View in Old Forge, NY and will be on view at The Wild Center May 5, 2017 – March 31, 2018.
The works of art in this exhibit are on loan from the artists. If you are interested in acquiring one of the pieces in the show, The Wild Supply Company will facilitate your purchase from the artist.
ARTIST STUDIO
The Artist Studio at the center of the exhibition provides the supplies for visitors to create and capture their own moments.
By encouraging you to create your own art, we hope you gain new insights into the natural world.
Thanks to Blick Art Materials for providing some supplies for the Studio.
ART IN THE PARK
Join The Wild Center this summer to awaken your talents in celebration of art and nature in the Adirondacks. Monday mornings in July and August, come explore the natural world with experienced Adirondack artists. In each three-hour class, you will grow your art skills and learn new art techniques in areas such as watercolor, pastels, and mixed media. Every week features a different focus and offers new skills, so sign up for one or more. Museum admission is not included. Space is limited to twelve people per class, so register soon. Basic materials are included.Cost: $30 members/$40 non-members.
Download a flyer about all of the classes.
July 10 – Art in the Park with Carol Marie Vossler: Monotype with Gelli Prints
July 17 – Art in the Park with Cris Winters: Nature Printing on Silk
July 24 – Art in the Park with Diane Leifheit: Working with Pastels
July 31 – Art in the Park with Sandra Hildreth: Learn about Plein Air Painting
August 7 – Art in the Park with Catharine Moore: Fun and Easy Watercolor Techniques
August 14 – Art in the Park with Peter Seward: Depiction of the Natural World in Watercolor
August 21 – Art in the Park with Georgeanne Gaffney: Introduction to Acrylic Painting
August 28 – Art in the Park with Tim Fortune: Seeing As a Creative Act
The works of art in this exhibit are on loan from the artists. If you are interested in acquiring one of the pieces in the show, The Wild Supply Company will facilitate your purchase from the artist.
ARTIST STUDIO
The Artist Studio at the center of the exhibition provides the supplies for visitors to create and capture their own moments.
By encouraging you to create your own art, we hope you gain new insights into the natural world.
Thanks to Blick Art Materials for providing some supplies for the Studio.
ART IN THE PARK
Join The Wild Center this summer to awaken your talents in celebration of art and nature in the Adirondacks. Monday mornings in July and August, come explore the natural world with experienced Adirondack artists. In each three-hour class, you will grow your art skills and learn new art techniques in areas such as watercolor, pastels, and mixed media. Every week features a different focus and offers new skills, so sign up for one or more. Museum admission is not included. Space is limited to twelve people per class, so register soon. Basic materials are included.Cost: $30 members/$40 non-members.
Download a flyer about all of the classes.
July 10 – Art in the Park with Carol Marie Vossler: Monotype with Gelli Prints
July 17 – Art in the Park with Cris Winters: Nature Printing on Silk
July 24 – Art in the Park with Diane Leifheit: Working with Pastels
July 31 – Art in the Park with Sandra Hildreth: Learn about Plein Air Painting
August 7 – Art in the Park with Catharine Moore: Fun and Easy Watercolor Techniques
August 14 – Art in the Park with Peter Seward: Depiction of the Natural World in Watercolor
August 21 – Art in the Park with Georgeanne Gaffney: Introduction to Acrylic Painting
August 28 – Art in the Park with Tim Fortune: Seeing As a Creative Act
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