Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary field that combines elements of natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities to study the interactions between the environment and human activities. It seeks to understand the various components of the environment, including air, water, soil, ecosystems, and biodiversity, and how these elements are affected by factors such as pollution, climate change, and resource depletion. The field emphasizes the importance of sustainable practices and environmental protection, aiming to address and find solutions to environmental challenges and issues. Environmental scientists often use scientific methods to assess problems, develop strategies for conservation and management, and promote awareness and education regarding environmental issues.
Japan's forests, covering 67% of the nation, face a crisis due to neglected cedar and cypress plantations, which pose ecological risks like landslides and disrupted water cycles. Post-war forestation policies…