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Deforestation Surges: $216 Billion Funding Gap Threatens Climate Goals

10/16/2025

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Deforestation losses reached 8.1 million hectares in 2024, exceeding the 5 million hectare target set by international agreements.
Permanent agriculture is the primary driver, accounting for 86% of losses.
To meet climate and biodiversity goals, annual forest-conservation spending must triple to $300 billion by 2030.
A $216 billion annual funding gap remains, despite COP30 in Brazil being viewed as a key opportunity.

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Deforestation losses reached 8.1 million hectares in 2024, exceeding the 5 million hectare target set by international agreements.
Permanent agriculture is the primary driver, accounting for 86% of losses.
To meet climate and biodiversity goals, annual forest-conservation spending must triple to $300 billion by 2030.
A $216 billion annual funding gap remains, despite COP30 in Brazil being viewed as a key opportunity.