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The Green Benefits of Tree Farming

4 March 2015 by ROTban Services Corp.

Greenhouse emissions are being discussed vigorously in recent decades, being associated with the rapid and hazardous climate change. Scientists have suggested different solutions to decrease the high level of volatile gases in the atmosphere, with the greenery taking a top position.

Trees, in particular are not only good at absorbing the CO2 emissions, but they also store the gas for a long time. As part of their natural process they emit large quantity of oxygen. In addition to reducing the air pollution, trees have other environmental benefits. As a material, wood has unique qualities – it’s renewable, reusable and recyclable. Plus, its production requires less energy, compared to other products. This means that smaller amount of volatile emissions are created during wood processing.

Global warming is widely related to greenhouse emissions. Carbon dioxide, in particular, has an enormous effect on the atmosphere. While the gas is the basic building block of life on Earth, it’s also a byproduct of fossil fuel combustion. A plant’s ability to absorb the toxic emissions and convert them into nutrients makes them ideal for reverting air pollution.

Trees use this process, known as photosynthesis. Their role in offsetting the detrimental effects of human – produced greenhouse gases is undeniable. In addition, trees are most effective at this during their first 40 years, when they are growing fast. After that their ability to absorb and transform carbon dioxide declines.  So, farmed plots of trees help most, because they are harvested young and replanted.

There are several characteristics that make wood materials superior to non–renewable materials. It’s not only biodegradable and energy conserving, it’s also easy to insulate. And in addition, wood continues to store carbon even after it is cut and processed.

When the lifespan of the wood products comes to end, they can be turned into chips and mulch that can be later used in landscaping, for example, extending the storage timeline. Conversely, not only are the commercial building mediums non- recyclable, but they are also limited in storing unwanted elements.

Wood outperforms other alternatives in the fact that it requires less energy for production. This includes harvesting, manufacturing and transportation. This gives it a distinctive advantage over other building materials. Plus it is flexible and durable.

With sustainable forest management and practices, the importance of wood as a building material will continue to grow. By using this natural source, you are not only helping in the global effort to clean air pollution, but you also have a long – lasting, beautiful home.

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