International Day of Forests was celebrated on March 21, 2017 with “Forests and Energy” being the central theme of the celebrations.
International Day of Forests is celebrated on March 21 annually, the world over. This brings the role of forests in safeguarding the ecological security and livelihood of millions of people all around the globe.
Forests provide clean energy, energy and water. Sustainably managed forests can provide renewable and carbon neutral energy for a greener future.
The theme of Forests and Energy has been chosen by UN to showcase the importance of wood energy in improving people's lives and mitigating climate change.
Wood is a major renewable energy source.
Wood provides the world with more energy than solar, hydroelectric and wind power. Around 300 million people in India depend on forests for their livelihood.
Trees in urban areas can cool air between 2 to 8 degree celsius. Woods also mitigate climate change and foster sustainable development.
Forests hold energy content 10 times of the world's annual primary energy consumption.
Greater investment in technological innovation and sustained managed forests is the role for increasing forest role as a major source of renewable energy.
This year's campaign theme highlights vital energy in Indian forests including cultural, ecological and livelihood benefits.
