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More than 350,000 hectares burned make 2025 the most devastating year for wildfires in Spain, surpassing the previous record set in 2022. This increase in ecological tragedy is not only a consequence of climate change but is also part of a vicious cycle where burned areas reduce the ability to combat this issue. The destroyed vegetation, essential for oxygen generation and the reduction of greenhouse gases, has vanished, further worsening the environmental situation.
The loss of forests not only impacts air quality but also affects water availability and compromises soil stability against erosion. Additionally, the decreased availability of renewable resources like wood and cork raises serious questions about the sustainability of various communities.
The discussion on how to tackle this crisis, focusing on prevention and improving fire extinguishing measures, is intensifying. It is crucial to increase the resources allocated to these tasks, aiming to reduce both the number of fires and the hectares consumed by flames. In this context, reforestation emerges as the only viable alternative after wildfires, although its results are not immediate. This process requires a thorough analysis of soil conditions and the selection of appropriate species, as well as a waiting period of at least one year before initiating any actions.
Another significant challenge is the protection of newly planted trees. Traditional methods, such as plastic protectors, have proven to be unsustainable, as they become polluting waste that can compromise the health of the saplings.
Pedro Fluxá, an expert in developing sustainable solutions, has promoted the use of wood as an alternative. This material offers benefits comparable to plastic protectors but with a lower environmental impact. The proposal from Cuidatree, a recyclable, biodegradable, and compostable product, emphasizes the importance of addressing climate change from various perspectives. Efficient and sustainable reforestation of burned forests becomes crucial to counteract the primary cause of wildfires and move towards a healthier environment.
via: MiMub in Spanish
