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12 Nov 2024

Indonesia Grapples with Tree Cover Loss and a Recent Fire Incident in East Nusa Tenggara
Indonesia Grapples with Tree Cover Loss and a Recent Fire Incident in East Nusa Tenggara

Indonesia has witnessed a significant tree cover loss over the years, impacting its vast forested regions. The latest incident report from East Nusa Tenggara highlights a single fire alert, underscoring the ongoing challenges the country faces in managing its natural resources. Over the past two decades, Indonesia has experienced a net loss in tree cover of approximately 4.12 million hectares, which equates to a 2.62% decrease in its tree cover.

The primary drivers of tree cover loss include shifting agriculture, forestry activities, and urbanization. Shifting agriculture alone has contributed to a loss of nearly 5,000 hectares in the most recent year for which data is available. Forestry activities, which involve both legal and illegal logging, have led to the loss of over 48,000 hectares in the same period. Urbanization has also played a role, though to a lesser extent, with over 1,500 hectares lost.

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These figures represent a concerning trend for Indonesia's environment, as the loss of tree cover can lead to habitat destruction, biodiversity loss, and increased greenhouse gas emissions. The country's vast tree cover is crucial for carbon sequestration, and its reduction has global implications for climate change mitigation efforts.

The recent fire incident, although isolated, is a reminder of the persistent threat of wildfires to Indonesia's forests. The country's efforts to address these environmental challenges are critical, not only for its own future but for the global community as well.

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