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Environment
It turns out we have more forests than we thought. A lot more
A new study has 'found' 467 million hectares of previously unreported forest - nearly two-thirds the size of Australia.
Agriculture, Food and Beverage
After 50 years of progress, it's time for ASEAN's next economic revolution
Given the progress ASEAN has made, the temptation is to see a linear trajectory of development. But this approach is far too simplistic.
Environment
Deforestation in the Amazon is up again. But this time big business can help
When big agricultural traders team up with local organizations to promote sustainable forests, countries listen.
Biotechnology
Say hello to the Growroom, your new indoor garden
Space10, Ikea's innovation lab, has designed a piece of living furniture that can feed quite a few people.
Environment
Primates are closer to extinction than ever, says new study
60% of primate species are now threatened with extinction, says major new study.
Environment
Save the forests? There's now a deforestation-tracking app for that
New data-led applications let us track forest loss and discourage unsustainable practices in the supply chain.
Climate Change
Our forests need a global rescue operation, and it must start now
The link between climate change, forests, land use and economic development is one of the most urgent challenges to solve if we are to avoid costly and irreversible impacts of climate cha...
Environment
Forest-friendly products pose a billion-dollar investment opportunity
The sustainable production of beef, soy, palm oil and paper offers a way out for imperiled forests and a $200 billion investment opportunity, according to a new report.
Environment
Human activity is destroying our wilderness. This map shows the extent of the crisis
We have 20 years to save the world’s remaining wilderness, according to a new study.
Africa
We need to save Africa’s forests. Here’s how
Tropical forests are essential for sustainable growth in Africa and beyond. But we're killing them.
Climate Change
Could the digital revolution save the Amazon?
For a long time now, humans have drawn on the Amazon and its tremendous biodiversity – countless living organisms, plants, animals and insects – for raw materials and commodities. We have...
Environment
Wildlife crime: a $23 billion trade that’s destroying our planet
With a value of between $5 billion and $20 billion each year, illegal wildlife trafficking is the fourth most lucrative global crime.
Brazil
Deforestation is one of the greatest challenges facing humanity - here’s one way to stop it
To put an end to tropical deforestation and save us from disastrous climate change, we must elect politicians who share the same values. Here's a powerful lesson from Brazil.
Cities and Urbanization
5 videos that show humanity’s impact on the planet
For the first time in history, the combination of satellite technology and super-computing is giving us a global perspective to understand how humanity is affecting the environment.
Environment
Tropical forests: can profit and protection go hand in hand?
There is a perception that sustainable land use and forest conservation come at the cost of economic prosperity. New research finds that this is not the case.