Tag: deforestation

Climate Change Drives Sharp Rise in Global Forest Fires

Data from 2024 shows wildfires caused by climate change led to a global forest loss of 30 million hectares, with Brazil, Bolivia, ...

Macron Joins Germany To Scrap EU Supply Chain Law

Macron backs Germany’s call to scrap EU supply chain law, citing global competitiveness and regulatory burdens.

Amazon Can Survive Drought, But Climate Pays the Price

A 22-year drought experiment in the Amazon reveals that while the rainforest can adapt to prolonged dry conditions, it comes at th...

Investing in Nature: UN Underscores the Power of Healthy Forests

The United Nations highlights the critical role of healthy forests in addressing climate change and biodiversity loss, urging glob...

FSC And Mirova Partner For Sustainable Forestry Investment

FSC and Mirova partner to fund sustainable forestry projects, tackling deforestation and promoting social equity.

Nepal’s Pathibhara Cable Car Faces Backlash Over Impact

Nepal’s Pathibhara cable car project faces backlash for environmental issues and cultural violations by locals.

Brazil Launches $2B Auction For Land Restoration

Brazil launches a $2B auction for sustainable land restoration, aiming to recover degraded pastures.

EU Eases Deforestation Rules To Cut Company Burden

EU eases deforestation law to cut business burden while keeping environmental goals intact and boosting compliance.

Mint-Scented Plant Offers Sustainable Alternative to Toilet Paper Across Africa

Aromatic plant Plectranthus barbatus is emerging as a sustainable alternative to traditional toilet paper in Africa. Its quick gro...

High Court Hears Petitions Against Telangana Forest Clearance

Students at the University of Hyderabad are protesting against the Telangana government's decision to clear 400 acres of forest la...

Brazilian Chief Leads Fight Against Amazon Destruction, Protecting Indigenous La...

Raoni, a Brazilian Indigenous leader, continues his fight to protect the Amazon from illegal mining, deforestation, and the impact...

Amazon Launches Carbon Credit Service for Net-Zero Firms

Amazon launches carbon credit service to help net-zero companies access high-quality, science-based offsets.

Earth’s Drylands Expand, Threatening Billions By 2100

Drylands expand due to climate change, threatening billions with drought, desertification, and land degradation.

CDP And EFRAG Release Mapping To Simplify Climate Reporting

CDP and EFRAG release mapping to simplify climate reporting under ESRS E1 and CSRD, reducing burden.

Amazon Launches Carbon Credit Investment Service

Amazon launches carbon credit investment service to help companies achieve net-zero targets and tackle climate change.

Global Edge Commits $100M To ONE AMAZON Conservation

Global Edge commits $100M to ONE AMAZON, leveraging tech and blockchain for rainforest conservation.

Ireland Donates €15 Million To Amazon Fund For Sustainability

Ireland donates €15 million to Brazil’s Amazon Fund to combat deforestation and promote sustainability.

The Most Influential Women in Sustainability Today

Women leaders worldwide are driving sustainability, tackling climate change, and shaping policies for a greener future.

CIF Invests $143M To Restore Forests And Boost Resilience

CIF allocates $143M to restore forests, boost climate resilience, and support sustainable development in Brazil, Kenya, and Zambez...

Green Climate Fund Approves $687M For Global Projects

Green Climate Fund approves $686.8M for 11 projects, benefiting 115.5M people and reducing CO₂ emissions.

UNEP Calls For Stronger Global Action To Tackle Crises

UNEP urges stronger global action on climate, biodiversity, and pollution, highlighting progress and urgent challenges.