SDG 15 - Life on Land

Deforestation

How does deforestation work?

National Geographic: Deforestation is leading to more infectious diseases in humans

As more and more forest is cleared around the world, scientists fear that the next deadly pandemic could emerge from what lives within them.


Deforestation

From National Geographic, "Learn about the man-made and natural causes of deforestation–and how it's impacting our planet."

Jane Goodall Institute (JGI), Gombe Stream National Park, Tanzania

Celebrating 60 years of discovery, the Jane Goodall Institute is proud to honor the revolutionary scientific insights, community-centered conservation, current research and expansive legacy of our work in Gombe.


Deforestation: Facts, Causes & Effects

Be sure to watch the informative video to learn more about what deforestation is.