Energy in Greek means action, activity, strength, and power. These words perfectly describe forests.

Action of forests consists in balancing the interactions of all components of forest biocenoses—soil, forest litter, herbaceous, shrub, and tree vegetation, as well as microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, etc.).

Activity of forests is the continuous process of photosynthesis, releasing oxygen essential for human life.

Strength of forest plantations is associated with soil retention, especially in areas prone to erosion.

Resilience of forests provides habitats for animals, birds, and other organisms.

To preserve all the functions that forests perform, we, as humans, must protect and enhance them as an invaluable natural gift for future generations. We must instill a love for forests in our children; we must plant, protect, guard, and expand the “lungs” of our planet!