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In pictures: standing with the guardians of the forest

Posted by Angela Glienicke - 21st March 2019
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Bromelia plant with flower. Reserva Natural Rio Cachoeira, Mata Atlantica, Curitiba, Parana, Brazil.
All rights reserved. Credit: Markus Mauthe / Greenpeace

It’s the International Day of Forests today – an opportunity to shine the light on one of the world’s largest rainforests, the Amazon. Not only does the Amazon play a crucial role in regulating the world’s climate, it is one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet… Read More

The vital kit we need to stop environmental criminals

Posted by Caitlin Jones - 20th November 2018
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Without our tracking device, more forest would have been destroyed.

Our investigations team have a job no like no other. One week they might be uncovering data to stop oil drilling in the Arctic, and the next they might be tracking trucks suspected of illegal logging in the Amazon rainforest. The Investigations… Read More

World Orangutan Day – 10 furry facts

Posted by Rima Sonigara - 17th August 2018
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Happy World Orangutan Day! Ever wondered where orangutans sleep? Or where their name comes from? Here are 10 fun facts about orangutans that you can impress your friends with:     10) Orangutans only live on two islands – They can be found on the Southeast… Read More