Buchanan, Grand Bassa County, Liberia. The growing demand for palm oil as an ingredient in food and cosmetic products has led to a rapid expansion of oil palm plantations. This has resulted in the destruction of large areas of rainforest, which has had a negative impact on local biodiversity and the community that relies on the forest for their livelihood. Furthermore, deforestation contributes to climate change, as the forest is an important carbon sink.
