An Environmental Assessment of Barbados:The result of deforestation  to make the way for Sugar cane

An Environmental Assessment of Barbados:The result of deforestation to make the way for Sugar cane

ByVincent Alleyne

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"An Environmental Assessment of Barbados: The Result of Deforestation to Make Way for Sugar Cane" is a comprehensive exploration into the environmental, social, and economic impacts of deforestation in Barbados due to sugar cane cultivation. This book delves into the historical transformation of Barbados's landscapes for sugar plantations and its dire ecological consequences, including altered biodiversity, water resource depletion, and climate pattern shifts. Through historical analysis, scientific research, and personal narratives, the author vividly depicts the pre-deforestation environment of Barbados and examines the rise of the sugar industry's demand for land which led to extensive forest clearing.

Details

Publication Date
Jun 21, 2024
Language
English
ISBN
9781304286123
Category
Reference
Copyright
All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
Contributors
By (author): Vincent Alleyne

Specifications

Pages
99
Binding Type
Paperback Perfect Bound
Interior Color
Black & White
Dimensions
A4 (8.27 x 11.69 in / 210 x 297 mm)

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