forests
Tropical forests are becoming net carbon producers, instead of carbon sinks
Tropical forests have historically absorbed excess carbon dioxide, but new research indicates that these areas have become a net source of CO2.
Protecting Indonesia's forests, one doctor's appointment at a time
One of the largest ‘test tubes’ in science is an 8,000-acre forest in New Hampshire
China is looking to the US as it builds its first national park system
These Indian women said they could protect their local forests better than the men in their village. The men agreed.
Saving the planet depends on saving its tropical forests. Can we do it?
The UN-REDD program aims to restore tropical forests to offset carbon emissions and buy time for humanity to move to green energy economies. REDD has seen some limited small-scale implementation, but, even after the recent agreement at COP21, it’s still unclear whether REDD will deliver on its promise.