deforestation - n. the act or result of cutting down or burning all the trees in an area​

erosion - n. the gradual destruction of something by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice)

indigenous - adj. produced, living, or existing naturally in a particular region or environment​

imminent - adj. happening very soon​

mitigation - n. to make (something) less severe, harmful, or painful​

parliamentarian - n. a member of a parliament, especially one well versed in parliamentary procedure and experienced in debate.​

reservoir - n. a usually artificial lake that is used to store a large supply of water for use in people's homes, in businesses, etc.​