# Google DeepMind maps natural, planted, and farmed forests at 10m resolution

> Original title: Not all forests are equal, and now we can map the difference. 🌳

- Source: Google DeepMind
- Published: 2026-10-22T14:38:02.000Z
- Bad Influence: https://badinfluence.news/items/ai5alv386wi6049g16gubru0g
- Original: https://x.com/GoogleDeepMind/status/2113278710795153785

## Summary

Google DeepMind has released Forest Typology (ForTy), a 10-meter map that distinguishes natural, planted, and farmed forests. The company says the map is meant to help identify deforestation and prioritize protection of the forests that matter most.

## Post

Not all forests are equal, and now we can map the difference. 🌳

Meet Forest Typology (ForTy): a 10m map of natural, planted, and farmed forests to help identify deforestation and protect the forests that matter most. 🧵

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