World Resources Institute
Read research articles on forests, climate, and resources.
What it is
Read research articles on forests, climate, and resources. New Data Shows What’s Driving Forest Loss Around the World distinguishes different drivers of tree-cover loss.
Why it is selected
Separating drivers prevents every loss event from being described as the same kind of deforestation.
Who it suits and when to use it
Useful for environmental reporting and land-use research; check the data vintage.
Usage note
The article was read; maps and underlying data were not independently analyzed.
