“We will resume monitoring and surveillance of the Amazon, and combat any and all illegal activity – whether it is mining, logging or improper agricultural occupation” – Luiz Inacio Lula … Read more
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2022 Wood Furniture Scorecard Reveals Promising Trends in Responsible Wood Sourcing
One of the greatest threats to forests is environmentally harmful and unsustainable logging practices — including illegal logging, which is an epidemic in some parts of the world. The furniture … Read more
Q & A: An Interview with Erin Sexton
The National Wildlife Federation recently sponsored EcoFlights over the transboundary watersheds of British Columbia, Montana and Washington to give reporters and stakeholders a bird’s-eye view of the threats that British … Read more
You’ll Never Look at the Grocery Store the Same Again
Tropical forests are disappearing at an alarming rate. You may remember the record-breaking Amazon fires in 2019, or heard that the world has lost approximately 10% of its tree cover … Read more
This Bill Could Breathe New Life Into Our Forests
It’s a beautiful day for California. The state has re-introduced a vital bill, AB 416, the California Deforestation-Free Procurement Act. If the bill becomes law, California will be the first … Read more
Cautious Optimism
In the months leading up to the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, there was a feeling of urgency to ensure national governments and companies would stay … Read more
COP26: A Pivotal Moment for the U.S. and Climate
Among all the heightened bustle and activity of climate action since President Biden took office this year is the United Nations 26th annual Climate Change Conference, or COP26. Postponed until … Read more
Top 10 Grassland Species Across the Globe
Vast and breathtaking grasslands make up an estimated 25% of the Earth’s land surface. Whether you call them prairies, steppes, savannas, or pampas, grasslands are home to a diverse array … Read more
5 species in need of EU Due Diligence
EU Policy on Forest Products and Deforestation Tropical forests are hotspots of biodiversity, containing at least two-thirds of all species on Earth. However, these forests, and the wildlife that call … Read more
Give Love to Wildlife on Valentine’s Day: Buy Ethical Chocolate
Valentine’s Day. It’s the time of year when we express our love through flowers, cards, and copious amounts of chocolate. Each year in the USA we consume close to three … Read more
