Deforestation Zones
Definition
Deforestation Zones are spatially delineated areas where forest cover has been lost or is under significant threat due to human activity or environmental pressures. They are identified using satellite imagery, field surveys, and land-use classification, and are essential for targeted interventions, restoration planning, and regulatory enforcement.
Application
Deforestation zones are mapped to enforce protected area laws, track industrial expansion, and guide conservation funding. GIS tools allow analysts to overlay deforestation zones with biodiversity hotspots, indigenous territories, or agricultural frontiers. Temporal mapping helps distinguish between permanent and seasonal deforestation, while 3D analysis provides insight into canopy height and volume loss.
FAQ
1. How are deforestation zones identified?
Through satellite imagery analysis, change detection techniques, and land classification tools in GIS.
2. How are deforestation zones identified?
Biodiversity loss, soil erosion, climate change acceleration, and displacement of communities.
3. How are deforestation zones identified?
It helps visualize, analyze, and report deforestation patterns for regulation and restoration.
4. How are deforestation zones identified?
Global Forest Watch, national forestry services, conservation NGOs, and academic institutions.