New research by WRI's Global Forest Watch reveals alarming figures on global forest cover loss and its consequences.

Global Impact:

• Tropical areas lost 4.1 million hectares of forest cover in 2022.
• Resulted in 2.7 billion tonnes of CO2 emissions.

Types of Forests:

• Primary Forests: Irreversible loss, high carbon storage, rich biodiversity.
• Secondary Forests: Less diverse, limited species, regrowth after deforestation.
• Planted Forests: Same species, same age, established by planting seedlings.

Global Progress:

• Overall, tree cover loss decreased by 10% in 2022.

India's Loss:

• India lost 43.9 thousand hectares of humid primary forest (2021-2022).

Conclusion:

• Urgent action needed to reduce global deforestation by 10% annually.
• Protect primary forests, restore forests, and promote sustainable management.