New Analysis of Deforestation in Indonesia (IMAGE)

Duke University

New Analysis of Deforestation in Indonesia

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A new Duke study finds the causes of deforestation in Indonesia are far more varied than previously believed. Aerial images show forest loss caused by (1) large-scale oil palm plantations; (2) timber plantations; and (3) mining operations.

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(Credits: 1) CNES/Airbus; 2) DigitalGlobe; 3) CNES/Airbus.)

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