It’s quite difficult to interpret just how much damage humans have done to forest worldwide as a result of deforestation and the production of wood-based materials. The figures are overwhelming, so much so that we would be forgiven for thinking that there’s little we can do as individuals.

However, there are millions of people out there who are not only aware of the impact deforestation is having on the planets’ environment but who are also prepared to make a difference. Imagine what a million people could do together in an attempt to bring deforestation to an end?

More and more people are learning about the issue of deforestation today more than ever before. There has been a collective interest in understanding more about the Earth and the ways in which we can make abundant use of the bountiful resources, without damaging the natural environment around us. Research can help us learn a lot of things, including the conservation vs preservation debate that is necessary to understand how our actions affect Mother Nature. Slowly but surely we are taking little steps towards making a bigger difference and the more people that do this, the bigger the impact we will have on deforestation.

It’s not only individuals who are focusing much of their attention on rainforest and other environments worldwide, with governments, organisations and societies playing a major role in spreading the word of forest preservation. We are now making great strides when it comes to encouraging people to do their bit for forest plantations, though there is still plenty of work left to do.

So if you’re wondering what you can do take the same small steps that millions of others have already taken in recent years to promote forest preservation worldwide, here are some useful tips you can take on board and hopefully promote yourself in the future:

Join Forest Preservation Organisations

You are certainly not alone in your fight against deforestation and there are many organisations out there started by individuals just like you that you can join online. Forest preservation societies and pressure groups work hard all year round to protect natural habitats across the globe and work together to help preserve the rest of our natural resources.

Organisations are hugely beneficial as they are easily noticed by those in high places and represent many individuals sharing the same beliefs working together to make a difference and ultimately a greater impact.

Share Information on Deforestation

Whether it’s your friends, family, school or workplace, you can do your part by sharing the information you learn about deforestation and forest preservation organisations. There are many different ways you can promote what you have learned but sharing information offers the domino-effect of more and more people hearing about what you’ve had to say.

Remember, some people may argue against your beliefs on forest preservation and this is completely normal. It’s your job to stand up for what you believe in and do your best to persuade them that deforestation is one of Earth’s biggest modern-day issues.

Make Changes to Your Lifestyle

We don’t mean anything drastic or in protest but simply small changes that represent your determination to protect and preserve forests across the world. Reduce the amount of artificial items you use and do your best to recycle as much as you can.

There are many things we use every day that have come from natural resources, such as paper, wood and plastics. Recycling more means there is less dependence on the government to take action. It also means less raw-materials will be imported from forest regions worldwide by companies and governments.

Article provided by Balcombe Sawmill, part of the stunning Balcombe Estate situated in the heart of Sussex and comprising of around 3500 acres of picturesque countryside in the High Weald AONB.