Tropical forest loss reduced in 2023
Global data released today show a decline in loss of primary forest in the tropics. Significant reductions in key countries such as Brazil and Colombia highlight the importance of political will and effective policy measures in forest protection. Global Forest Watch and University of Maryland have today presented its yearly data on primary forest loss.…
Norway strengthens rainforest cooperation with Ethiopia
Ethiopia is well on track towards their 2030 target of increased forest cover in the country. This is encouraging news in a time where global emissions continue to increase.
40 years of support to Indigenous Peoples
As we enter 2024, the world is experiencing an unprecedented momentum of support to Indigenous Peoples and a growing global understanding of their role as forest guardians. Making up some 5 percent of the global population, indigenous peoples manage at least a quarter of the carbon stored in tropical forests, and 80% of the biodiversity…