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We‘re on a journey to push #sustainability to new heights – from our products to our supply chain, and even in the #environment. 🌿 ✨ In collaboration with ClimatePartner and Schutzgemeinschaft Deutscher Wald Landesverband Bayern e. V. (German Forest Protection Association), our team and their families rolled up their sleeves for a #treeplanting event. 🌳 The outcome is inspiring: The first 200 out of 4,000 trees were planted in a Bavarian state forest, laying the foundation for further initiatives. However, these aren't just any trees – they're resilient Douglas firs, specially chosen to deal better with #climatechange. Though they are only seedlings now, they promise a #greenerfuture that will have a #positiveimpact on both #nature and #futuregenerations. 🌱 💚 #PERI #PERImpact

The 2023 Forest Declaration Assessment report is live!! 🐣 I am hugely proud of the team and all our partners and contributors who made this possible! Over 100 individuals contributed to making this one of the most comprehensive reports on the state of global action to protect and restore forests yet! 🐝 They are too many to name here, but special shout out to lead authors Erin D. Matson Ivan Palmegiani Imogen Long Franziska Haupt Anna Rynearson as well as those who worked with me on the Rights and Governance assessment, including Lydia Omuko-Jung, Gema Andreo Victoria, Jade Pradines, Iola Leal Riesco, Jennifer Skene, Angus Mac Innes, María José Rodezno Ayestas, Nicole Polsterer, Chloe Ginsburg, David Kroeker Maus, Kerstin Canby, Sarah Bouchon, Charlotte Streck, Tim Dawson, Rachel E. Golden Kroner, PhD, Lucía Ruiz Bustos, and many others. 🙌 The message to politicians and business leaders is clear: you have made the goals, now it is time to deliver. 🕦 Right now, we are way of track and need a rapid turnaround if we are to halt deforestation in line with the Glasgow Leaders Declaration and so many other commitments. We urgently need to shift financial flows, protect Indigenous and community rights, adopt strong laws to protect and restore forests, and invest in implementing and enforcing them. 🏛 🌳 Please do share the findings widely to ensure this important message reaches the right people. And of course, feel free to get in touch if you would like to learn more or, even better, get involved! 🌱 https://lnkd.in/eqhFu6PV

Exciting conclusions from some PFF funded projects, and the celebration of international forest day: how can we keep forests intact for wildlife and biodiversity, for climate crisis mitigation, and for the people depending on their ecosystem services and income from the forest? How does Sustainable Forest Management contribute to all these goals? Watch this space for news to come, and sign-up for our newsletter below:

The theme of this year's The National Association of Conservation Districts' Stewardship Week, "May the Forest Be with You, Always," emphasizes the vital role of forests in soil and water conservation. Forests are crucial for sustaining life on Earth— providing oxygen, storing carbon, and supporting biodiversity. They also protect soil and water resources, preventing erosion and purifying contaminants. In the face of environmental challenges, resilient forests are essential for a sustainable world. "May the Forest Be with You, Always" symbolizes NACD's commitment to responsible forest stewardship. During Stewardship Week, conservation districts nationwide engage in various activities to celebrate and promote forests. They educate communities through contests, workshops, and events, fostering a deeper understanding of the forest's importance. By inspiring action and emphasizing collective responsibility, Stewardship Week ensures the preservation of forests for future generations. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4dhMu4O.

At the heart of Working Forests lies our commitment to the future. That’s how we lead the way in sustainable forest management. Learn how we ensure forests will thrive for future generations at https://lnkd.in/g5XQpwum

I can 110% recommend this webinar and the 3 Horizons approach for anyone grappling with clearing the fog clouding their organisation’s long term transition path to sustainability - I’ve used it with clients and it can be very powerful…

With several different active reforestation projects to choose from, the choice is yours where you want your ‘releafing’ efforts to land. 🌱 All of PrintReleaf’s reforestation projects contribute to one or more of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). So you can choose your planting sites based on your desired SDG or a geographical location that means the most to you! See our many active reforestation projects and learn more about how they’re helping communities, wildlife and our planet. 🌎 https://lnkd.in/gTXRq3M8 #reforestation #sustainableprinting #sustainablepackaging #sustainablebusiness

The Forest Stewardship Council is at the SER 2023 in Darwin. Ecological restoration at scale is only possible if we work together and leverage the unique strengths and resources of everyone involved. It's going to take a combination of applied science, relevant policy, and sustained practice to create needed impact. Let's work together. #forestsforallforever.

The International Day of Action for Rivers 2024 serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role rivers play in sustaining life and ecosystems worldwide. Recognized on March 14th each year, this occasion galvanizes global communities to advocate for the protection, conservation, and restoration of rivers. It's a day to celebrate the cultural, ecological, and economic significance of rivers, while also raising awareness about the threats they face from pollution, over-extraction, and damming. Through collaborative efforts and grassroots initiatives, people around the world unite to safeguard these precious waterways for current and future generations, promoting sustainable water management practices and fostering a deeper appreciation for the invaluable gifts that rivers bestow upon us all. On this International Day of Action for Rivers, let's join hands to celebrate the lifelines of our planet. Rivers sustain life, provide nourishment, and connect communities. Let's pledge to protect and preserve them for future generations. Together, we can ensure clean water, biodiversity, and sustainable development for all. Let's act today for a healthier, happier tomorrow!

Climate and environmental preservation have long been important components of Gerolsteiner Brunnen's business strategy. As a result, active forest protection motivates them to act in a sustainable manner since healthy forests serve as natural water filters and reservoirs, ensuring clean groundwater. In 2013, the company launched the Gerolsteiner Zukunftswald project (Future Forest by Gerolsteiner) in collaboration with the State woods of Rhineland-Palatinate with the goal of reforesting wood in a climate-resilient manner. Future Forest now boasts over 165,000 climate-stable trees covering an area the size of 75 soccer fields (520,000 m2). They deliberately rely on the planting of climate-resilient mixed trees, which are more equipped to withstand the effects of climate change than the spruce monocultures that were established in this area in the nineteenth century. Furthermore, in deciduous and mixed woods, more new groundwater forms than in pure coniferous forests. The State Forests of Rhineland-Palatinate hail the project as a significant help to the region's forests. The forest is therefore kept fit, and clean water is ensured in the long run. This motivates Gerolsteiner to continue planting at least 20,000 new trees every year until 2025. Gain insights into other biodiversity projects within our sector by clicking this link: https://lnkd.in/eFxqTvkw #NatureGuardians