Once upon a time in a far away land there was a forest…
Significant amounts of destruction of tropical forests could be involved in producing books for German children, an investigation by WWF-Germany has shown.
Forests fundamental to effective climate deal
The world’s ability to control climate change could be crippled if global leaders do not support clear and effective targets to arrest deforestation at climate talks in Copenhagen in December, WWF said at the conclusion of a key global foresty summit.
WWF: Responsible forest finance can help stop climate change
Failure by the world’s financial leaders to support responsible forest finance will allow rampant deforestation to continue and contribute to the disastrous effects of climate change.
4th Community Business Meeting for the Wood Industry
The Bolivian Forestry Chamber (CFB), with the sponsorship of the Bolivian Council for Voluntary Forest Certification (CFV), WWF Bolivia, Rainforest Alliance and SNV, are organizing the 4th Community Business Meeting for the Wood Industry, scheduled for Friday November 6th in Santa Cruz, Bolivia.
Markets Key to Saving World’s Forests
Buenos Aires, Argentina – In an engaging dialogue Monday evening, WWF showcased its leading, innovative solutions—the Global Forest & Trade Network (GFTN) and New Generation Plantations Project, bringing together key stakeholders from the private sector, environmental community and government. The discourse demonstrated how the global marketplace can be harnessed as a key force to conserve the world’s valuable and threatened forests, while providing economic and social benefits for the businesses and people that depend on them.
Argentina, Paraguay make historic forest pledge
Argentina and Paraguay on Tuesday made a historic pledge to save one of the world’s most threatened forests.
WWF: Halt to forest loss a key to stabilising climate
WWF is challenging global leaders to back an ambitious target on stopping forest loss as a major element of efforts to avert the looming climate catastrophe.
New Generations Plantations Project - Synthesis Report 2007 - 2009
Well-managed and appropriately-located plantations can contribute positively to sustainable development. The project explores how plantations can support biodiversity, benefit local communities and contribute to economic growth.
WWF Guide to Conservation Finance
The Guide to Conservation Finance provides an overview of conservation financing mechanisms that have been implemented throughout the world.
Forest Certification in Bolivia: Benefits for Communities, Companies, and Forests
Forum in La Paz, Bolivia
On Thursday October 8th a Forum will be held in La Paz, Bolivia, to analyze the benefits generated from forests for Bolivian communities, companies and the forests themselves, catapulting the country as the world leader in sustainable management of native tropical forests. The Forum is organized by the Bolivian Council for Voluntary Forest Certification (CFV) and the Bolivian Institute of Foreign Trade (Ibce).