Indonesian Officials Unveil a Deal to Protect Forests

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/10/world/asia/10forest.htm

Author: James Kanter
Published:10/9/08
Source:NY Times

Summary:
10 governors of Sumatra agreed to protect endangered forests, this could help control the global warming problem. When the trees are cut the CO2 in the soil directly affects greenhouse gas emissions. Now Indonesian leaders are trying to find an agreement involving the whole island.

Response:
This is good and a step foreword for environmentalists. Anytime a country saves the environment is great, but its more important for Indonesia. This show that many countries contribute to conservationism not just us. This is a model for other countries and may they will follow in their footsteps. Hopefully Indonesia can work out a conservation plan for the whole country. This would show the world how committed people are to saving the planet.