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Adidas’ most popular sneakers linked to #deforestation and modern #slavery in Brazil - Follow the Money - Platform for investigative journalism
https://www.ftm.eu/articles/the-dark-side-of-your-adidas-sneaker
Adidas’ most popular sneakers linked to deforestation and modern slavery in Brazil
Adidas created the sneaker-trend of the year. TikTok, Instagram and the streets are full of Adidas’ Samba’s Gazelles and Spezials.Follow the Money - Platform for investigative journalism
#Petition #nature #biodiversity #Ecosystem #ecosystems #forest #forests #rainforest #tree #trees #deforestation
https://act.biologicaldiversity.org/Vmt7It_mD0674rGG1gGlWQ2
Guard Old-Growth Forests from Logging
Mature and old-growth forests are a vital part of a healthy planet. They fight climate change, support healthy watersheds and withstand wildfire better than young forests. Sadly, most old-growth forests have been logged. Help save what’s left.act.biologicaldiversity.org
Old forests critically important for slowing climate change, merit immediate protection from logging
Forests are an essential part of Earth's operating system. They reduce the buildup of heat-trapping carbon dioxide in the atmosphere from fossil fuel combustion, deforestation and land degradation by 30% each year.Beverly Law (Phys.org)
Food Without Agriculture
In a 2023 article published in Nature Sustainability, researchers write that food production can be more sustainable by focusing less on traditional agriculture and more on alternative methods, lik…Palm Oil Detectives
Rain forests are usually self-irrigating. That’s why they are called ‘rain forests’. If you destroy the rain forests to grow soya, palm or whatever, you stop the irrigation. Scientists have been saying this for years. It’s happening. #BoycottPalmOil. Stop #deforestation.
Amazon drought: 'We've never seen anything like this' https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-67751685
Amazon drought: 'We've never seen anything like this'
This year's heat and drought in the Amazon intensify worries that it is approaching a tipping point.By Stephanie Hegarty (BBC News)
Research: Palm oil deforestation makes conditions better for disease-carrying Aedes albopictus mosquitoes
A 2023 study published in Nature has found that cutting down rainforest to grow palm oil makes it easier for certain disease-carrying bugs like Aedes albopictus mosquitoes to thrive. The study look…Palm Oil Detectives
Green Dragontail Lamproptera meges
Green Dragontails could arguably be called the most exquisite and beautiful butterflies alive. They flutter through sunlit patches of leaves near to streams and rivers in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thail…Palm Oil Detectives
Palm Oil Plantations are Killing Baby Monkeys - One Green Planet
The detrimental effects of palm oil plantations on wildlife have been brought to light by a decade-long study conducted by researchers.Trinity Sparke (One Green Planet)
Green Dragontail Lamproptera meges
Green Dragontails could arguably be called the most exquisite and beautiful butterflies alive. They flutter through sunlit patches of leaves near to streams and rivers in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thail…Palm Oil Detectives
Palm oil giants push out smallholders in Guatemala; deforestation risks remain
Mario Rene Xol used to enjoy life in Aldea Tierra Negra, an Indigenous village bordering the Lachuá-Ik’bolay Key Biodiversity Area (KBA) in northeastern Guatemala.alexandrapopescu (Conservation news)
Deadly harvest: how demand for palm oil is fuelling corruption in Honduras
Latin America is the fastest-growing producer of the lucrative crop, but at what price for the environment and its defenders?Guardian staff reporter (The Guardian)
Mandrill Mandrillus sphinx
Magnificent #mandrills are undoubtedly one of the world’s most photogenic monkeys – famous for their brightly coloured and expressive appearance. Their bright blue rumps and vivid red, …Palm Oil Detectives
Activists Who Sacrificed Their Lives To Save The Amazon Rainforest
According to reports, on average, one activist has been killed in Brazil every week since 2002. Most of the killings happened in remote areas of the Amazon.Jana Gregorio (WorldAtlas)
Nicobar pigeon Caloenas nicobarica
The Nicobar pigeon is the largest pigeon in the world and the closest living relative to the extinct dodo bird. They are famous for their gorgeous iridescent feathers. When threatened they make a p…Palm Oil Detectives
Nicobar pigeon Caloenas nicobarica
The Nicobar pigeon is the largest pigeon in the world and the closest living relative to the extinct dodo bird. They are famous for their gorgeous iridescent feathers. When threatened they make a p…Palm Oil Detectives
Mandrill Mandrillus sphinx
Magnificent #mandrills are undoubtedly one of the world’s most photogenic monkeys – famous for their brightly coloured and expressive appearance. Their bright blue rumps and vivid red, …Palm Oil Detectives
Margay Leopardus wiedii
Graceful, athletic and beautiful feline of the Amazon jungle, margays are small wild cats endemic to South and Central America. Every margay has a unique spotted pattern on their coat. They depend …Palm Oil Detectives
#Beef, #soy and #PalmOil products linked to #deforestation still imported into #UK | Deforestation | The Guardian
#Environment #Biodiversity #Conservation
Beef, soy and palm oil products linked to deforestation still imported into UK
Campaigners accuse government of failing to stick to promises made at Cop26 climate summit in 2021Helena Horton (The Guardian)
#Beef, #soy and #PalmOil products linked to #deforestation still imported into #UK
Campaigners accuse government of failing to stick to promises made at #Cop26 climate summit in 2021
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/nov/06/beef-soy-palm-oil-products-deforestation-imported-uk-climate
#ClimateCrisis #ToryPoliciesInAction #DontLookUp #ToryFailure
Beef, soy and palm oil products linked to deforestation still imported into UK
Campaigners accuse government of failing to stick to promises made at Cop26 climate summit in 2021Helena Horton (The Guardian)
Beef, soy and palm oil products linked to deforestation still imported into UK #AnimalRights #AnimalAgriculture #meat #beef #soy #PalmOil #environment #deforestation #UnitedKingdom #UK https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/nov/06/beef-soy-palm-oil-products-deforestation-imported-uk-climate
And let's not forget that most of the soy is fed to animals to make meat and milk..
Beef, soy and palm oil products linked to deforestation still imported into UK
Campaigners accuse government of failing to stick to promises made at Cop26 climate summit in 2021Helena Horton (The Guardian)
Goliath Frog Conraua goliath
Goliath Frogs are the largest frog in the world and can grow as large as a domestic cat. These muscle-bound #amphibians lift heavy rocks to build nests and protect their young. They face extinction…Palm Oil Detectives
Pied Tamarins are critically endangered, threats incl. massive #deforestation in #Brazil from #palmoil #beef farming. Make art to raise awareness about this beautiful animal. Boycott the brands destroying their home. #Boycott4Wildlife palmoildetectives.com/2021/02/20/pie… via @palmoildetect
https://palmoildetectives.com/2021/02/20/pied-tamarin-saguinus-bicolor/
Pied Tamarin Saguinus bicolor
The Pied Tamarin lives in primary forests and in small fragments of secondary forests. In primary forests like Reserva Ducke the density is lower than in small fragments (Gordo 2012). They eat frui…Palm Oil Detectives
Siamang Symphalangus syndactylus
Siamang Symphalangus syndactylus Endangered Indonesia, Thailand, Sumatra The Siamang lives in primary and secondary semi-deciduous and tropical evergreen forest. All levels of the canopy are used, …Palm Oil Detectives
What is Halloween’s most terrifying tale? Palm oil greenwashing and ecocide contained in your favourite treats!
This #Halloween, as you revel in the spooky tales and creepy costumes, remember that the most terrifying tale of all isn’t enjoyable folklore—it’s the horrifying truth about #palmoil. T…Palm Oil Detectives
Vogelkop Superb Bird of Paradise Lophorina superba
Male superb-bird’s-of-paradise are the dramatic actors of New Guinea’s rainforest. They use their lush, multicoloured plumage to change shape in an elaborate dancing courtship display t…Palm Oil Detectives
https://www.straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2023/10/haze-returns-singapore-2023/index.html
#indonesia #palmoil #deforestation #fire #fires #elnino #climatechange
Why the haze has reached Singapore’s shores again
With drier weather conditions and an increase in fire hot spots in Sumatra over the past few days, the haze is back again. So, how bad will it get?The Straits Times
African Manatee Trichechus senegalensis
In the folklore of West Africa, there’s a fascinating character called Maame Water, believed to be a goddess of the sea, she symbolises wealth and beauty. Maame Water is none other than the A…Palm Oil Detectives
Northern Muriqui Brachyteles hypoxanthus
Northern Muriquis (AKA Woolly Spider Monkeys) have a striking light brown and golden fur and are known for their rattling vocalisations. They live in large communities and act as critical seed disp…Palm Oil Detectives
Palm oil alternative is better for health and environment
https://www.futuretimeline.net/blog/2023/09/25-palm-oil-alternative-future-timeline.htm #palmoil #deforestation #health #environment
Palm oil alternative is better for health and environment
A new palm oil substitute called PALM-ALT has been developed by researchers at Queen Margaret University in Scotland.www.futuretimeline.net
Carbon-rich peatlands continue to be cleared and drained in an Indonesian protected wildlife reserve known as the “orangutan capital of the world,” with 26 kilometers (16 miles) of new canals dug so far in 2023, up from 9 km (5.6 mi) in 2022, according to an investigation by the advocacy group Rainforest Action Network (RAN).
by Hans Nicholas Jong
https://news.mongabay.com/2023/09/deforestation-for-palm-oil-continues-in-indonesias-orangutan-capital/
#News #Conservation #Environment #Indonesia #Deforestation #PalmOil
Deforestation for palm oil continues in Indonesia’s ‘orangutan capital’
JAKARTA — Despite various commitments from global brands and the government to protect Indonesia’s Leuser Ecosystem, home to some of the rarest species on Earth, development of new palm oil plantations and drainage of carbon-rich peatlands continue i…karencoates (Conservation news)
Instead of Risky Palm Oil in India, Indigenous Trees Should Get More Attention
In an effort to combat India’s edible oil shortage, the Indian government has heavily promoted the cultivation of exotic palm oil trees. This is a decision mired in controversy due to the ass…Palm Oil Detectives
Disrupting palm oil’s dominance? Scientists develop eco-friendly alternative targeting bakery applications
PALM-ALT is a palm fat replacer that scientists claim can reduce industry’s dependence on #palmOil, which is often linked to #deforestation and for many consumers is considered an ingredient to avoid.
#PalmOilKills
#science #scotland
Disrupting palm oil’s dominance? Scientists develop eco-friendly alternative targeting bakery applications
21 Sep 2023 --- A team of scientists in Scotland have discovered what they are hailing as a high-class alternative to the popular yet controversial palm oil which is abundantly used throughout the F&B industry..foodingredientsfirst.com/
Shoebill Balaeniceps rex
Known for their unnerving and intense stare and imposing, prehistoric appearance – shoebills are magnificent birds. There are less than 8000 individual birds left alive. They are vulnerable f…Palm Oil Detectives
Yellow-casqued Hornbill Ceratogymna elata
The yellow-casqued hornbill is one of the largest birds in the rainforests of West Africa weighing up to two kilos. They prefer to live high up in the rainforest canopy in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghan…Palm Oil Detectives
https://palmoildetectives.com/2023/09/17/yellow-casqued-hornbill-ceratogymna-elata/
Yellow-casqued Hornbill Ceratogymna elata
The yellow-casqued hornbill is one of the largest birds in the rainforests of West Africa weighing up to two kilos. They prefer to live high up in the rainforest canopy in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghan…Palm Oil Detectives
https://palmoildetectives.com/2023/09/10/shoebill-balaeniceps-rex/
Shoebill Balaeniceps rex
Known for their unnerving and intense stare and imposing, prehistoric appearance – shoebills are magnificent birds. There are less than 8000 individual birds left alive. They are vulnerable f…Palm Oil Detectives