10 million hectares of Indonesian tropical forests threatened by biomass energy expansion, driving deforestation and CO2 emissions.

A report by NGOs highlights that Indonesia's expansion of biomass energy threatens over 10 million hectares of tropical forests, including critical habitats for endangered species like orangutans. The country's wood pellet production has surged, driven by demand from Japan and South Korea, leading to significant deforestation. Critics argue that biomass emits more CO2 than modern coal, urging a shift to solar energy and the cessation of biomass incentives in importing nations.

October 10, 2024
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