Deforestation vs. Forest Degradation—What Is the Difference and Why Does It Matter?
Everyone knows that “deforestation” and “forest degradation” present massive threats to people and nature, but what exactly do these terms mean? … Continue Reading
Easy Ways to Become an Environmental Volunteer
Want to volunteer to protect the environment? Get started with these helpful suggestions. … Continue Reading
Project Profile: Mount Kenya Sustainable Landscape and Livelihoods Program
According to a United Nations report, approximately 12 million people in Kenya live on degraded land and food productivity has fallen behind the rate of population growth. This has resulted in farmland extending up the mountain and encroaching into protected forests…. Continue Reading
Measuring Biodiversity and Carbon Storage in Cameroon’s Community Forests
We have adapted this new tool to monitor both carbon storage and biodiversity in forests, helping forest communities and companies make data-backed decisions about the landscapes they work in…. Continue Reading
The Rainforest Alliance Responds to Proposed Suppression of LGBTQ Rights
The Rainforest Alliance is concerned with the increased trend around the world of governments proposing and passing anti-LGBTQ laws including in various USA states and many African Nations. Ghana, where the Rainforest Alliance has a large presence, is one of those countries. We are aware of the developing legislation there that would further threaten the safety and well-being of the LGBTQ community and its allies. … Continue Reading
How Much Does Rainforest Alliance Certification Cost?
This page gives you an overview of certification costs for farmers and companies…. Continue Reading