Indonesia lost over 261,000 hectares of forest in 2024, mostly due to plantations and mining.

In 2024, Indonesia saw a rise in deforestation, with 261,575 hectares of forests lost, marking the third year of increases. The loss was mainly due to timber plantations, palm oil cultivation, and mining, particularly in areas approved for development. The NGO Auriga Nusantara reported these findings, highlighting the need for urgent forest protection, especially in Kalimantan and Sulawesi.

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