Turning Landsat Data into Actionable Useful Information

These forests are home to diverse flora and fauna and provide crucial ecosystem services, such as carbon sequestration, soil conservation, and water regulation.

Alarming data from the  Global Forest Watch  reveals that Zambia's tree cover shrunk by 179,000 hectares in 2022. This translates to a colossal 69.8 million tonnes of CO2 emissions, a trend that should deeply concern a nation already grappling with the impacts of climate change.

Various factors drive deforestation, including agricultural expansion, mining, illegal logging, and infrastructure development. The loss of forest cover has far-reaching consequences, including soil erosion, biodiversity loss, increased greenhouse gas emissions, and reduced water availability.

We must take adequate measures to halt deforestation, promote reforestation and afforestation, and foster sustainable forest management practices. By doing so, we protect our valuable forest resources and play a significant role in mitigating the impacts of climate change and achieving sustainable development.

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