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What is Desertification?
By Jonas | Alerce Environmental
June 2021
20,4% Cold
The Earth's Land Surface
42,4% Humid
5,7% Dry Subhumid
11,5% Arid
13,6% Semiarid
6,4% Hyper Arid
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≈40% Drylands
20,4% Cold
The Earth's Land Surface
42,4% Humid
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≈40% Drylands
Up to 20% of drylands are degraded.
= affected by desertification.
What is Desertification?
Usually human-induced process that transforms fertile land into desert. This is typical for inappropriate agriculture and deforestation.
Why do we need to combat desertification?
1. It's a threat to Food Security
2. It's a threat to Biodiversity
3. Loose, dusty soil affect the climate and cause extreme weather events.
Combating Desertification?
Restore grasslands and forests to capture CO2 from the air.
Better Communication and Education
Environmental issues need better awareness.
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