Indonesia's Vast Deforestation for Sugarcane Risks Carbon 'Backfire'

A recent report highlights Indonesia's plan to clear rainforests for sugarcane plantations, a project that would significantly increase the country's greenhouse gas emissions and impact Indigenous communities in Papua. The deforestation, half the size of Switzerland, poses a severe threat to the environment and is likely to exacerbate climate change. The report warns of a potential 'carbon backfire' due to this vast deforestation, emphasizing the urgent need to address the environmental impact of large-scale agricultural projects in sensitive ecosystems.