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Indonesia's Logging Boom Fuels Climate Crisis Amid Lumber Demand
8/20/2025
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Story summary
- Experts are scrutinizing the R.V. industry's awareness of wood sourcing amid rising U.S. lumber demand.
- Indonesia's government permits extensive logging to promote economic growth while addressing environmental issues.
- Recent deforestation has devastated peatlands, releasing over 250,000 tons of carbon dioxide in 2023-2024.
- Indonesia ranks as a major greenhouse gas emitter, following China and the U.S.
