more-inThe latest Forest Survey of India report has changed the calculation methods for India’s forest cover to include plantations on private lands. It is common knowledge that private plantations of teak, eucalyptus and poplar are undertaken to earn incomes. Temperatures are only increasing with climate change. This will help restore forests and mitigate the impact of climate change, while also meeting India’s international climate obligations. The writer is Convenor, Combat Climate Change Network, India.

Source: The Hindu April 22, 2018 18:45 UTC