WWF in the Amazon rainforest
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04 Jul 2008
Vague land ownership a factor in Amazon deforestation
A "fragile" land tenure system and "a scarce presence" by the State were identified as key factors in rising Amazon deforestation last week.
Vague land ownership a factor in Amazon deforestation
A "fragile" land tenure system and "a scarce presence" by the State were identified as key factors in rising Amazon deforestation last week.
02 Jul 2008
Bolivian certified woods
This is a promotional catalogue for Bolivian woods harvested from certified forests and subsequently processed through chain of custody in compliance with world-recognized standards as set forth by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
Bolivian certified woods
This is a promotional catalogue for Bolivian woods harvested from certified forests and subsequently processed through chain of custody in compliance with world-recognized standards as set forth by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
Global heritage for some, home for others, and an untapped bank account for many, the region is under siege from fire, logging and other large-scale disturbances that all add up to major deforestation.
Today, decades after conservation efforts for the area took root, the struggle to curb the 'arc of destruction' continues. There are vital reasons to make this happen. As of mid-2005, scientists estimate that more than 17,1% of the Amazon rainforest biome in Brazil has been lost - home to at least 10% of the world´s known species1.
Discover the area, the threats that undermine it, WWF's solutions and how you can help conservation efforts.
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1WWF-Brazil/INPE, 2005
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