Forests have expanded across the European Union in recent decades, offering hope amid global deforestation. These ecosystems are vital for reducing pollution, moderating temperatures, and preventing environmental degradation. But why are some EU countries covered in thick woodlands, while others have far less tree cover? From geography to land use and policy, many factors influence forest distribution.
As forests vanish elsewhere, understanding these disparities is essential to strengthening Europe's environmental resilience and preserving its natural beauty for generations to come. Click on to see how the EU countries rank.