
Environmental Studies and Forestry
Warning from tropical deforestation reduces worker productivity in rural communities
Y. J. Masuda, T. Garg, et al.
This groundbreaking study by Yuta J. Masuda and colleagues reveals that tropical deforestation significantly diminishes worker productivity in rural Indonesia, with deforested areas showing an 8.22% drop in productivity. This is linked to increased heat exposure, affecting workers’ efficiency and highlighting the vital role of forests in regulating local climates.
~3 min • Beginner • English
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