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Analysis
- 29 Jan 2015
The science is clear: Forest loss behind Brazil’s drought
While politicians remain skeptical, the problem will only worsen.
News
- 27 Jan 2015
Certification incentives for reducing illegal logging in Brazil may miss their mark
Smallholders are locked out of markets while real deforestation drivers continue.
Event Coverage
- 26 Jan 2015
Voices of REDD+: in a vast Amazonian district, coalitions and carrots bring hard-won successes
“It’s urgent, it’s needed, and there are feasible solutions that are being tested.”
Feature
- 23 Dec 2014
Best of 2014: In Peru, isn’t it good (illegal) wood
A collection of stories about the Peruvian smallholder timber trade, from forest to market.
Feature
- 23 Dec 2014
Best of 2014: In Peru, isn’t it good (illegal) wood
Event Coverage
- 12 Dec 2014
Global change, climate change upend livelihoods, food security in the Amazon
Expert: “Shifting cultivation is the only agricultural system with proven long-term compatibility with the rainforest.”
News
- 11 Nov 2014
Food and forests: Bolivia’s balancing act
New research indicates the two goals are on a collision course.
News
- 11 Nov 2014
Food and forests: Bolivia’s balancing act
News
- 13 Oct 2014
Carrots or sticks? Balancing cost-effectiveness, equity in Brazil’s deforestation policy
Punishing those responsible for deforestation is effective, but may cost locals dearly.
Event Coverage
- 27 Sep 2014
Peru should start monitoring deforestation ahead of Lima summit, expert urges
“It would be wonderful if Peru could pick its monitoring system and establish a reference level by the COP in Lima.”
Event Coverage
- 18 Sep 2014
Amazon forest could become an ‘impoverished savannah’ under climate change
The stark warning comes from Carlos Nobre, a member of the UN Secretary General's High-level Panel on Global Sustainability.
Event Coverage
- 15 Sep 2014
Climate crisis ‘could become a global revolution’
“I think it’s possible to have more food, more forests, fewer emissions and better livelihoods. It can be done.”
News
- 5 Jun 2014
Combined forest certification improves business for Brazil-nut growers: study
Simplifying and linking certification standards may be key to success.
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