Deforestation vs. Forest Degradation—What Is the Difference and Why Does It Matter?
Everyone knows that “deforestation” and “forest degradation” present massive threats to people and nature, but what exactly do these terms mean?
Scaling Regenerative Agriculture in Tropical Regions
An era-defining question is how agriculture can sustainably feed a human population expected to grow to 9.6 billion by 2050, while conserving biodiversity and mitigating climate change. Our current... View more
Easy Ways to Become an Environmental Volunteer
Want to volunteer to protect the environment? Get started with these helpful suggestions.
Project Profile: Mount Kenya Sustainable Landscape and Livelihoods Program
According to a United Nations report, approximately 12 million people in Kenya live on degraded land and food productivity has fallen behind the rate of population growth. This has resulted in farmland extending up the mountain and encroaching into protected forests.
Commentary: Cocoa Prices Skyrocket, But Farmers Left Behind
Cocoa prices have reached record highs due to severe supply shortages globally. The worsening impact of climate change, plant diseases, and socioeconomic challenges faced by cocoa-producing countries have all played a role. Smallholder farmers in West Africa, who supply around 70% of the world's cocoa, bear the brunt of these challenges despite being crucial players in the industry.
Measuring Biodiversity and Carbon Storage in Cameroon’s Community Forests
We have adapted this new tool to monitor both carbon storage and biodiversity in forests, helping forest communities and companies make data-backed decisions about the landscapes they work in.