| Name |
Gross Forest Loss 2000-2005 |
| Dates |
2000-01-01 00:00:00 |
| Units |
% Loss |
| Minimum Value |
-0.48 % Loss |
| Maximum Value |
88.41 % Loss |
| Source |
Global Land Analysis & Discovery |
| Description |
This dataset represents 2000-2005 gross forest cover loss. A separate regression estimator (i.e. separate regression models and parameter estimates allowed for each stratum) and post-stratification were employed to estimate Landsat-calibrated forest cover loss area. For sample blocks with intensive change a simple linear regression model was applied using the proportion of area within the sample block classified as MODIS-derived forest loss as the auxiliary variable. For low-change blocks post-stratification based on VCF tree canopy cover was implemented to partition blocks into areas of nearly zero change and areas of some change. The forest cover loss area estimates were then constructed from the sample mean Landsat-derived clearing within post-strata. |
| Citation |
Hansen M., Stehman S., Potapov P. (2010) Quantification of global gross forest cover loss. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the U.S.A. |
