Forests cover 30 percent of the earth’s surface and in addition to providing food security and shelter, forests are also important in combatting climate change, and protecting biodiversity and the homes of the indigenous population. 13 million hectares of forests are being lost every year and the persistent degradation of dry lands has led to the desertification of 3.6 billion hectares.

We need to follow proper building protocols to make our structures resilient to natural disasters