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Japan’s record pellet imports spur Indonesia deforestation surge
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Story summary
- Indonesia’s wood-pellet expansion is driving a new wave of deforestation, spurred by Japan’s soaring imports.
- Japan imported a record 8.64 million tons of wood pellets in 2025, 35% more than in 2024.
- Indonesian wood-pellet shipments rose over 500% from 66,460 t in 2023 to 402,310 t in 2025.
- At least 45 biomass concessions covering over 750,000 ha of forest threaten the Polahi community’s livelihood and culture.