The Global Forest Watch API is currently in beta. Based on feedback from trusted testers, this document specifies new API changes that are currently under development. Interested in being a trusted tester? Contact the Data Lab (datalab@wri.org) at World Resources Institute.
Forest change measures tree cover loss, tree cover gain, or forest disturbance. The following forest change data are available through the API: University of Maryland tree cover loss & gain, FORMA alerts, IMAZON SAD alerts, QUICC alerts, and NASA active fires.