The World Bank has presented the Proposed Environmental and Social Framework for consultation. A new, revised set of standards seek to "ensure the delivery of an environmental and social framework which is more efficient and comprehensive," however, Rainforest Fund sees significant flaws in the proposed draft. It includes watered down standards making it easier for states to ignore the rights of indigenous peoples. … [Read more...] about Rainforest Fund Comments to the World Bank on the Revised Economic and Social Framework
Sustainability and Climate Change
EXTRACTIVE RESERVES: SUSTAINABLE HARVESTING OF RAINFOREST RESOURCES
Imagine you are on a river boat, meandering down the Amazon. The August sky looms dark and grey overhead, the cool river breeze a welcome respite from the vapid humidity. The silver river glides by as the air is shattered by the sonorous cries of howler monkeys. Then, suddenly, you hear it: the sharp, staccato sound of sharpened metal on aged wood. Someone is cutting down a tree. … [Read more...] about EXTRACTIVE RESERVES: SUSTAINABLE HARVESTING OF RAINFOREST RESOURCES
Change Road
Rethinking, reimagining and redefining our global power paradigm to create a more egalitarian society. … [Read more...] about Change Road
Debate: When to Introduce Climate Change Education in Schools
At what age is it best to teach children about climate change and sustainability? England has introduced a new geography curriculum that dilutes, if not excludes, "climate change" and "sustainability" education for children through age 18. … [Read more...] about Debate: When to Introduce Climate Change Education in Schools
