The world’s forests are natural carbon ‘sinks’ that remove and store atmospheric CO2. So why, in the name of saving the earth, asks Renton Righelato, are we cutting down these precious resources to make way for fuel crops?
… Biofuels Report: Forests or Fuel Renton Righelato | 1st March … And Technology investigates.jpg The world’s forests are natural carbon ‘sinks’ that remove … the value of longterm carbon ‘sinks’ such as forests and grasslands. Yet, to be …
Forty-two biologists and botanists have sent a signed petition to the governments of British Columbia and Canada calling for full protection of the country's old-growth forest.
… Old-growth forests must be protected, say scientists 7th … Caribou British Columbia Canada Old-growth ForestsForests Deforestation Logging Deforestation …
A new U.N. led scheme called "Reduced Emissions from Deforestation" (RED) is due to be announced later this year that aims to make it rewarding for countries to preserve their forests rather than cut them down.
… New carbon trading scheme aims to preserve forests 4th July 2007 News RED Deforestation … it rewarding for countries to preserve their forests rather than cut them down. According … sector and forest owners for protecting forests, and giving economic investments to …
Eco-labelled wine corks have just hit the market in a move to protect cork forests, which are threatened by a switch to metal screw top and plastic stoppers
… 7th August 2007 News Cork Wine Eco-label Forests Farming Agribusiness Natural World … just hit the market in a move to protect cork forests, which are threatened by a switch to … in a move intended to protect cork oak forests, which are home to numerous threatened …
One of the major causes of rainforest destruction and biodiversity loss in tropical zones is the illegal logging of hardwoods. The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) label, broadly speaking, exists to address this by promoting environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial and economically viable management of the world’s forests.
… Living FSC Forestry Stewardship Council Forests Trees Forest Natural World Energy … economically viable management of the world’s forests. FSC accreditation certifies wood … herbicides) and preservation of old-growth forests are only addressed in a general way, …
China boasts the fastest growing economy in the world. But how to calculate this development’s impact on natural resources, on public health and the environment? Pan Yue sets out the case for green GDP accounting
… system that includes energy expenditure, forests, fisheries, recycling, as well as air …
HSBC, the UK's largest bank, is helping the Malaysian logging giant Samling list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, despite HSBC's claim to be the "first green bank".
… FSC Forestry Stewardship Council Malaysia Forests Conservation Globalisation Politics … the continuing destruction of tropical rain forests. It holds over 40,000 square …
Small, local initiatives are the best way to preserve tropical rainforests but are being ignored by governments, a new study has shown.
… are the best way to preserve tropical rainforests but are being ignored by governments, … as fruit and nut harvesting from within rainforests both provide employment and tie … authors, told Reuters. 'We need people in forests.' Local people, the report argues, …
The market can solve climate change and tackle world debt if we start to sell emissions right
… to reward countries endowed with substantial forests for preserving them and the carbon … forest-rich countries to look after their forests, while at the same time demanding debt …
The US government has given he go-ahead for a test plot of genetically modified (GM) eucalyptus trees in Alabama. For the first time, these trees will be allowed to flower and set seed, opening the door to potential widespread contamination of the American South.
… (which ArborGen will not reveal) may impact forests and wildlife. Another problem ignored … spread to non-GM trees, leading to sterile forests. Bt trees, in which a pesticide is … raises the prospect of disastrously weakened forests unable to cope with increasingly …
Environmental groups have welcomed the collapse of the latest round of Doha trade talks, which fell apart on Friday.
… form, the talks focussed on opening up forests and fisheries worldwide to … people who are completely dependent on forests and small-scale fishing for their …
We didn’t want GM on your table, but the crucial question now is, will we allow it in our tanks? Robin Maynard and Pat Thomas report
… well as driving further clearance of natural forests for plantations, as has already … with reduced lignin content could lead to forests full of ‘floppy trees’. …
Two critical markets are pursuing a stressed planet’s renewable resources, presenting policymakers with complex and difficult choices. The Worldwatch Institute’s latest look at Earth’s “vital signs” sees dangerous times ahead as the “sustainability crisis” unfolds. China Dialogue's Maryann Bird investigates
… spurring entrepreneurs to clear tropical forests in southeast Asia in order to expand …
Plant fuels can never meet our current and growing energy needs and, as Robin Maynard reports, adopting a ‘carbohydrate economy’ may prove disastrous for our farmers, our food supply and our future
Biofuels Report: Against the Grain Robin Maynard | 1st March 2007 News Biofuels Ethanol Diesel Farming Agriculture Biofuel Food Security Agribusiness Bio-fuels Agribusiness Carbon Dioxide Global …
The world fervour for biofuels continues to grow at an alarming pace. In this comprehensive special report, the Ecologist examines the facts, fictions and fabrications behind this ballooning industry. The results are worrying...
… Maynard: Against the Grain Renton Righelato: Forests or Fuel? Mark Anslow: Biofuels - Facts …
The World Bank has released a report encouraging the Indonesian government to create vast timber plantations that would damage local ecosystems and livelihood, in order to encourage economic growth.
World Bank: Deforestation Good for Growth 22nd February 2007 News Deforestation World Bank Friends Of The Earth Indonesia Deforestation World Bank World Bank Diversity Diversity Politics And …
Trees planted in drought-prone or nutrient poor areas don’t store enough carbon dioxide to offset emissions, a new study by Duke University in North Carolina has found.
Trees shouldn’t be sold as carbon offsets, says study 14th August 2007 News Carbon Offsetting Carbon Carbon Dioxide Climate Change Free Air Carbon Enrichment Global Warming Carbon Off-Setting Climate …
Growing crops to solve the planet’s energy needs doesn’t work. Recycling the energy in our waste just might have a significant part to play. By Jeremy Smith & Jon Hughes
… Wales) because of its extensive commercial forests. Closer to home Bioreacators’ …
Last December's Barker Review replaces democracy with economic growth. Ex <i>Ecologis</i>t editor Simon Fairlie claims our land is being sold to the highest bidder
The Barker Review of Land Use Planning Simon Fairlie | 8th March 2007 News Planning Kate Barker Land Use Democracy UK Farming Food Security Green Lifestyle Community Politics And Economics …
It’s used for kitchen wares, flooring, furniture and textiles. It’s natural, fast-growing and versatile. Is bamboo the green gold of furnishing materials?
House of Bamboo Laura Sevier | 1st April 2007 Ethical Living Bamboo Flooring Textiles Clothes Building Green Living Society House-of-bamboo_MAIN.jpg It’s used for kitchen wares, flooring, furniture …