Using artificial intelligence and machine learning in forest management

Artificial intelligence (AI) in sustainable forest management is emerging as a powerful tool to address critical environmental challenges. Ongoing global change poses significant challenges for forest research and management, including deforestation and illegal logging, indigenous rights and land grabbing, forest degradation and invasive species, as well as land-use conflicts and human-wildlife conflicts. Addressing these major challenges requires a combination of policies, international collaborations and transformative tools such as AI. Hence, the use of AI tools in local communities should be promoted by providing training and resources to forest-dependent communities, enabling them to participate in monitoring and conservation efforts. Furthermore, governments should support the integration of AI technology into their national forest policy and ensure that modern technologies are prioritized as part of their strategy for the sustainable management of forest resources.

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Artificial intelligence ، Machine learning ، Modeling ، Sustainable forest management