KARACHI:
Deforestation has become one of the biggest problems of this century. With 15.3 billion trees being ruthlessly cut down each year, the future of this world is doomed until we work together to find a solution. The effects of global warming are upon us, with raging wildfires and excessive flooding.
In light of the deteriorating situation, many nations have pledged to make efforts to combat deforestation. Almost every county is now focused on reforestation efforts and have started planting trees. Pakistan too has initiated the Billion Tree Tsunami project. However, when it comes to measuring the effectiveness of this campaign, many economists believe that this is nothing more than a façade.
Global warming and climate change are now the primary concern of every nation. If we do not act fast, the damages we cause today will become irreparable. With countries making pledges to restore their forest cover in order to combat the unfolding crisis, it makes one wonder: are we concerned about the climate and the detrimental effects of global warming, or is this just another golden business opportunity hidden behind this green veil? We need to ponder over this since our existence is at stake.
Published in The Express Tribune, August 30th, 2021.
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