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Recent advances in satellite imagery and artificial intelligence analysis could be the key to protecting Tonga’s forests, according to a recent workshop hosted by the Tonga Forestry Division. The workshop, hosted by the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), focused on improving Tonga’s National Forest Inventory (NFI) methodology.
The workshop included training on the handover of the National Forest Inventory document and satellite imagery to the government. NFI aims to support the sustainable management of Tonga’s forest and tree resources. Workshop participants stressed the importance of documenting forest data collection methods and practices following previous training sessions.
Mr Tuwusolo Tonga, Acting Director of the Forestry Department, said: “We are moving towards launching the National Forest Inventory and we are pleased to have the support of the government to realise what has been a priority for more than a decade.”
The project also aims to assess the carbon sequestration potential of forests and mangroves using satellite imagery. GGGI Country Representative Norbert Maass highlighted the cost-effectiveness and reliability of high-resolution satellite imagery in establishing detailed forest inventories.
GGGI will continue to support Pacific Island countries in achieving sustainable, low-carbon and climate-resilient goals through Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) investment plans and Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) support.
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