Deforestation increases the warming of Earth because trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, a major greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. When trees are cut down and burned or left to rot, the stored carbon is released back into the atmosphere, increasing the concentration of greenhouse gases and leading to higher temperatures on Earth. Additionally, deforestation reduces the number of trees available to provide shade and release water vapor through transpiration, leading to changes in local climates and further contributing to global warming.
