Forest Conservation and Management Assessment

Forests play a crucial role in conserving natural resources by protecting soils and reducing environmental risks. The UN's FAO releases the Global Forest Resources Assessment (FRA) every five years, highlighting forest conservation efforts and challenges. The 2015 report shows a significant increase in protected forest areas, though forest loss continues. Innovative data collection methods, supported by countries like Japan, aim to improve future assessments. The report emphasizes the need for sustainable forest management to benefit future generations.

What are some of the environmental issues that forests help prevent?

• Air pollution

• Soil erosion and drought

• Global warming

• Ocean acidification

Which organization releases the Global Forest Resources Assessment Report?

• International Union for Conservation of Nature

• UN Food and Agriculture Organization

• Greenpeace

• World Wildlife Fund

How much additional forest land was designated for conservation according to the 2015 report?

• 100 million hectares

• 150 million hectares

• 200 million hectares

• 250 million hectares

What was the trend in forest loss from 2010 to 2015 compared to 1990 to 2000?

• It increased significantly

• It remained the same

• It decreased by more than half

• It slightly increased

What is one of the challenges mentioned in collecting data for forest conservation?

• Lack of technology

• High cost of data collection

• Difficulty in assessing soil and water protection

• Insufficient manpower

Which country supported a project to refine methods for forest data collection?

• Australia

• Germany

• Japan

• United States

What tool is used in the new method to measure forest canopy?

• Densitometer

• Anemometer

• Thermometer

• Barometer

Which countries have implemented the new methods for forest data collection?

• Canada, Russia, Sweden

• South Africa, Kenya, Egypt

• Brazil, India, China

• Vietnam, Nepal, Mexico

What event highlighted the need for continued efforts in forest management?

• 14th World Forestry Congress

• World Environment Day

• International Day of Forests

• Earth Summit

Why is sustainable forest management important?

• To promote tourism

• To reduce carbon emissions

• For the benefit of current and future generations

• To increase timber production