Tag: environmental crime
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Nusantara Forest Damaged by Illegal Mining and Plantations: 13,000 Ha Under Threat
Overview of the Crisis in Nusantara’s Forests Recent findings from Indonesia’s special task force reveal alarming losses in Nusantara’s forest cover. A total of 13,000 hectares have been detrimentally affected, with 4,236 hectares converted into illegal coal mines and 8,338 hectares damaged by unauthorized plantations. The figures underscore a pressing threat to biodiversity, watershed integrity,…
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Nusantara Forest: 13,000 Ha Damaged by Illegal Mining and Plantations
13,000 Hectares of Nusantara Forest Hit by Illegal Activities The Nusantara forest, a critical site for biodiversity and climate resilience, is facing a mounting crisis. Recent findings by a special task force led by Insp. Gen. Edgar Diponegoro reveal that a staggering 13,000 hectares of forest land have been compromised by illicit activities: 4,236 hectares…