Forests in Freefall: 2025 Report Exposes Stubborn Deforestation
The 2025 Forest Declaration Assessment reveals a grim picture: 8.1 million hectares of forest were lost in 2024, 63% above the 2030 target to halt deforestation.
Tropical regions, such as Brazil's Amazon and Indonesia's peatlands, were most affected, driven by agriculture and mining.
However, community-led conservation efforts in South Africa's Kruger National Park offer a glimmer of hope.
Despite global pledges from China and the US, more needs to be done, with a critical need to triple investments to $300 billion by 2030 to save forests and biodiversity.
Humanity's green lung is wheezing, with biodiversity hotspots teetering on the brink.
The report highlights the urgent need for action to curb deforestation and mitigate climate catastrophe.
Author's summary: Deforestation exceeds 2030 target.More News
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