Replanting forests is a primary strategy for securing sustainable water supplies.
Tree canopies catch rain before it hits the ground.
Leads to increased runoff, higher flood risks, and soil erosion. Forest Hydrology : An Introduction to Water and...
Forest floors allow water to soak into the soil.
Healthy forests provide essential "ecosystem services" related to water management. 💧 Water Purification Replanting forests is a primary strategy for securing
By slowing down surface runoff and increasing soil absorption, forests reduce the peak flow of streams during heavy storms, preventing catastrophic flooding. 🏜️ Erosion Control
Replacing forest floor with pavement prevents groundwater recharge. higher flood risks
Forests act as natural sponges and regulators of the water cycle.