The most recent data from 2022 shows that nearly 596,000 hectares were lost, with shifting agriculture accounting for over 26% of this loss. Wildfires, although less significant in terms of area, continue to pose a threat to the health and sustainability of Bolivia's forests. The loss of tree cover not only affects the ecosystem but also has implications for carbon emissions, with millions of metric tons of CO2 equivalent released into the atmosphere as a result of these activities.
As the country grapples with these environmental challenges, the focus is on understanding the trends and drivers behind tree cover loss to better manage and mitigate the impact on Bolivia's rich biodiversity and the global climate.
