Scientific Essay from the year 2024 in the subject Environmental Sciences, grade: 1.7, University of Applied Sciences Eberswalde (FACULTY OF FOREST AND ENVIRONMENT), language: English, abstract: Forests play a vital role in biodiversity conservation. They provide habitats for numerous plant and animal species, including endangered and threatened species, and play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the ecosystem. Conservation efforts must continue to ensure the long-term survival of these critical ecosystems especially under changing climate with longer and more pronounced droughts. In addressing the challenges posed by water scarcity and climate change is crucial for biodiversity conservation. This requires a combination of better water management practices, the protection and restoration of critical habitats such as wetlands, and the development of new technologies to improve water use efficiency.
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Yasser Arafat Tackie is an academic and environmental activist with a strong focus on natural resources management, community development, and sustainable practices. He holds an M.Sc. in Global Change Management from the University of Applied Sciences Eberswalde (HNEE) in Germany, a BA in Environment and Resource Management and a Diploma in Integrated Community Development from the University for Development Studies (UDS) in Ghana. Tackie is actively involved in various environmental and community-based initiatives, advocating for biodiversity conservation, sustainable land management, and inclusive insurance to protect vulnerable populations from financial risks.
He has published works on the effects of bushfires on food crops in Ghana, the impact of mining on the environment in Ghana's Upper West Region, and the potential of certain tree species for use in agroforestry. His work emphasizes the importance of grassroots involvement and public-private partnerships in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainability.
