The cumulative impact of these losses is substantial, with the total gross emissions of CO2 equivalent reaching alarming levels. The data indicates a trend of increasing tree cover loss up until 2016, followed by a slight reduction in subsequent years. However, the persistent occurrence of incidents such as the recent fire highlights the ongoing vulnerability of Haiti's natural landscape.
The net change in tree cover reflects a complex picture of loss, gain, and disturbance, with a net decrease indicating that the country's reforestation efforts are not keeping pace with the losses. The environmental implications of these trends are significant, and the latest fire incident is a reminder of the persistent challenges that lie ahead for Haiti's ecological stability.
