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Water Conservation by Shrii P.R. Sarkar
Water was an essential factor in the evolution of the planet, and now it is most essential for the survival of human beings, animals, plants and the planet as a whole. If it does not rain anywhere on earth for only one year, all life on the planet will be destroyed. This is because all creatures – from the smallest organisms to the largest animals – need water. If there is no water, first the small creatures will die, then the ecological balance of the planet will be lost. Next, human beings will also die, and soon the earth will become a barren wasteland.
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What is Afforestation? Comprehensive Guide to Methods, Benefits, and Notable Projects in India
Afforestation is the process of creating forests in areas that have not been previously forested. This practice plays a critical role in combating climate change, preserving biodiversity, and enhancing the environment. In India, where deforestation and land degradation have been pressing issues, afforestation offers a promising solution for restoring ecological balance. This article will delve into the concept of afforestation, explore its pros and cons, discuss various methods, and highlight notable afforestation efforts in India.

Filipinos are Good at Being “Resilient”: Lifting the Philippines out of Poverty with Sam Tamayo’s non-profit Project SMILE
Sabrina (Sam) Tamayo founded her non-profit, Project SMILE, in the Philippines in 2018. Her organization helps people of various ages and professions rise out of poverty and follows an inspiring mantra of starting small and building a reliable impact.
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Where words fail, smiles do: My Clowncare Experience in Tanzania
Clowncare’s activities consist of playful and relational interventions performed by clowns in social and healthcare settings, and beyond, with the aim of providing emotional relief, encouraging greater willingness to care, humanizing the hospital environment, and offering support to patients, their families, and medical staff through comedy techniques, games, improvisation, and empathetic relationships.
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Water Crisis in Kenya
Although water crisis is a global problem, we have looked to Kenya as a hotspot. Kenya is facing a severe water crisis, impacting millions of its citizens. This crisis is characterized by a combination of factors, including water scarcity, inadequate infrastructure, and poor water quality, leading to significant health and economic consequences.
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Reforestation in Malawi
Malawi has the highest rate of deforestation in southern Africa, losing trees at a rate of one football pitch every ten minutes! It’s hard to imagine 144 football pitches worth of trees disappearing everyday, but that’s the reality, and it’s why supporting reforestation efforts is so important.
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Tree Planting in Malawi | Community tree planting in Africa
Ripple Africa run one of the most successful tree planting projects in Malawi, Africa, providing a long-term solution to fighting deforestation.
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Afforestation as a solution to water crisis
Afforestation—planting trees and restoring forests—is increasingly recognized as a vital nature-based solution to the global water crisis. Trees play a crucial role in the hydrological cycle by:
- Improving groundwater recharge
- Reducing soil erosion and surface runoff
- Enhancing rainfall patterns through transpiration
- Filtering pollutants from water
- Regulating local and regional climate