Forests are some of the planet's most critical ecosystems, acting as carbon sinks, biomass factories and homes to rich biodiversity. SEI research looks at the impacts of land-use change and how to combine forest protection with the growing demand for land, food, energy and green space.
Journal article / New mapping techniques indicate that deforestation related to rubber production is at least two to three times higher than previous estimates have suggested.
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SEI working paper / How do forest fires affect natural climate solution projects and their viability on the voluntary carbon markets?
Journal article / New mapping techniques indicate that deforestation related to rubber production is at least two to three times higher than previous estimates have suggested.
Press release / A groundbreaking study mapping rubber-related deforestation in Southeast Asia shows forest loss is far greater than previously understood.
Journal article / This article examines Brazil's context and policy framework on herbal medicine promotion, using the Amazon as an emblematic case study.
Other publication / This brief explains why its important to monitor the offshore impacts of commodity trade and production, and recommends how G20 countries can help do it better.
Journal article / The paper offers a new conservation model and highlights the need to tackle distant wealth-related drivers of biodiversity loss, while empowering local stewards
Journal article / The study draws on over 70 in-depth interviews in two states of Brazil to understand what has motivated people not to join deforestation activities.
Other publication / SEI research and tools have contributed to this Trase report for the Belgian government.
Journal article / A biodiversity footprint study of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina found little evidence that metrics accurately reflect deforestation and species loss.
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