Environmental issues refer to problems and challenges that arise from the interaction between human activities and the natural environment. These issues often result from pollution, resource depletion, habitat destruction, climate change, and biodiversity loss. They can negatively impact ecosystems, wildlife, and human health. Key environmental issues include air and water pollution, deforestation, climate change (driven by greenhouse gas emissions), waste management, soil degradation, and the loss of biodiversity. Addressing environmental issues typically involves the development of policies, regulations, and practices aimed at sustainable resource management, pollution reduction, conservation efforts, and raising public awareness to foster a more sustainable relationship between human societies and the environment.
Japan's forests cover 67% of its land, with 40% being artificially planted cedar and cypress groves originally intended for post-war recovery. Unmanaged forests risk ecological issues, including soil erosion and…