The trend over the years shows a fluctuation in tree cover loss, with some years experiencing particularly high losses. For instance, 2016 and 2017 saw tree cover loss exceeding 200,000 hectares each year, with corresponding high emissions of CO2 equivalents. Wildfires have consistently been a significant driver of this loss, alongside shifting agriculture practices.
The data underscores the need for a broader discussion on sustainable land management and the importance of preserving Guinea's remaining tree cover for environmental stability and the well-being of future generations.
