Indonesia is aiming to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, with 30 percent of the country’s energy slated to come from biodiesel by 2030. But the plan has caused alarm among environmental groups. Palm oil, a key component of biodiesel, is the primary driver of deforestation in Indonesia. To meet Indonesia’s energy transition goals, more palm trees are needed – and that means clearing the country’s primary forests. Our team reports from South Sumatra.
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