The move is likely to stir up criticism from environmentalists that fear palm oil production could soon become a major driver of deforestation in the region. (news.mongabay.com)
It accounts for almost a quarter of global emissions, including about 10 to 11 percent from deforestation, and the rest from agriculture, itself the main driver of deforestation. (rainforest-alliance.org)
Critics have raised valid concerns about high rates of deforestation in the region, and they often point an accusing finger at palm oil and biofuels. (issues.org)