Deforestation disrupts this carbon-locking cycle, releasing stored carbon back into the atmosphere when trees are cut or burned. Recent estimates suggest that deforestation accounts for 10-15% of global greenhouse gas emissions annually. Conversely, reforestation and sustainable practices like analog forestry offer hope.

By replanting diverse species and mimicking natural forest structures, these methods not only lock carbon but also restore ecosystems. At Belipola, such efforts demonstrate how intentional planting can sequester carbon at rates exceeding 2-3 tons per hectare annually, a vital step toward climate resilience.