Afforestation

Definition

Afforestation is the process of establishing forests in areas where there were no trees or forests before. It involves planting trees and nurturing their growth to create new forested areas.

Related terms

Deforestation: Deforestation refers to the clearing, removal, or destruction of forests, often due to human activities such as logging or land conversion.

Reforestation: Reforestation is the process of replanting trees in areas where forests have been cut down or destroyed, aiming to restore forest cover and ecosystem functions.

Carbon Sequestration: Carbon sequestration is the process by which carbon dioxide (CO2) is captured from the atmosphere and stored long-term in plants, soils, or other natural reservoirs to mitigate climate change.