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Coming Soon: Global Forest Watch 2.0

Global Forest Watch 2.0 is a powerful near real-time forest monitoring system that unites satellite technology, data sharing, and human networks around the world to fight deforestation.

Parceria viabiliza inclusão de serviços ecossistêmicos nos planos de negócios das empresas

May 10, 2012
Location: Rio de Janeiro

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Corporate Leaders and NGOs Form New Partnership to Protect Ecosystems in Brazil

May 10, 2012
Location: Rio de Janeiro

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A group of leading co

MEDIA ADVISORY: CTS-Brasil, Challenge Bibendum Unite Latin American Mayors to Advance Sustainable Urban Transport

November 23, 2009

Progress on Amazonian Deforestation and Land Reform

By Kaleigh Robinson on September 8, 2009

President Lula’s targeted vetoes to controversial but landmark legislation mark significant progress towards protecting the Amazon forest.

WRI Releases Guide to Help Extractive Companies Work with Local Communities

March 5, 2009
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Natural-resources extractive companies are profiting financially and socially when they consult with affected communities before and during the construction of projects.

WRI, EIA Form Partnership to Stem Illegal Forest Products Imported Into U.S.

December 4, 2008
Location: POZNAN, POLAND

The World Resources Institute and the Environmental Investigation Agency today launch a partnership to combat illegal logging worldwide and clean up timber supply chains.

When Development Causes Disease: Linking Ecosystems and Human Health

By Richard Waite on September 2, 2008

Ecosystems provide a wealth of services to human populations, among them, disease regulation. But narrowly-focused development projects can threaten these ecosystems and put entire populations at risk.

The 10 Big Questions For Corporate Forest Product Purchasing

By Ruth Nogueron on April 3, 2008
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Corporate procurement managers are increasingly looking for ways to ensure that wood and paper-based products are environmentally and socially sound. The WRI/WBCSD procurement guide being released today is a toolbox to help them.

New Toolbox Demystifies Green Forest Product Purchasing

April 3, 2008
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Corporate managers will now get powerful help with today’s release of a “Guide to the Guides” - a toolbox that helps them understand and find the best advice on how to purchase products originating from the world’s forests.

Coastal Populations Losing Livelihoods to Polluted Waters

April 2, 2008
Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Coastal communities worldwide are witnessing their livelihoods choked by agricultural and industrial pollution, according to findings released today by the World Resources Institute.

Wood and Paper-Based Product Procurement: 10 Things You Should Know

April 1, 2008

Leading Companies Responding to Ecosystem Degradation

March 10, 2008
Location: Montreux, Switzerland

Corporate Ecosystem Services Review road-tested by Akzo Nobel,

BC Hydro, Mondi, Rio Tinto, and Syngenta

The Governance of Forests Initiative

The Governance of Forests Initiative is a global network that promotes transparent, participatory, accountable, and coordinated governance of forest lands and resources.

Forest Landscapes Initiative

WRI seeks to increase the ability of governments, businesses, and civil society to protect intact forest landscapes, manage working forests more effectively, and restore deforested lands.

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