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✈️ Kenya Airways’ Msafiri Magazine is Now Printed on FSC Certified Paper! We are thrilled to celebrate a remarkable achievement in sustainability: Msafiri, Kenya Airways’ prestigious in-flight magazine, is now printed on FSC® certified paper! This significant step highlights both Kenya Airways' and the magazine’s commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible forest management. Why This Matters FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certification represents the gold standard in sustainable forestry. By selecting FSC certified paper, Msafiri is now part of a global movement dedicated to preserving our planet’s forests for future generations. The Impact of FSC Certification: • Protecting Forests: FSC ensures that forests are managed to preserve biodiversity and maintain ecological balance, helping to safeguard these vital ecosystems. • Supporting Communities: FSC standards guarantee fair treatment and benefits for local communities and forest workers, fostering social responsibility. • Combating Climate Change: Well-managed forests absorb carbon dioxide and help mitigate climate change, making this certification a crucial component in global environmental efforts. This transition to FSC certified paper is more than just a change in material—it’s a pledge to uphold the highest environmental standards. With each issue of Msafiri, readers can now enjoy engaging content knowing it supports responsible forestry and a sustainable future. #Sustainability #FSCcertified #ResponsibleForestry #ClimateAction #MasafiriMagazine #KenyaAirways

🌿🌳 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆! 🌿🌳 At Tearfil, we’re passionate about preserving our planet’s precious forests. 🌎🌲 That’s why we’ve partnered with the 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 (𝗙𝗦𝗖), the gold standard for sustainable forestry. 🌿 🌟 Why FSC? • FSC sets the world’s most rigorous standards for 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. • The “check tree” label on millions of products ensures responsible sourcing from forest to consumer. • 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝟰𝟲% 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲, making it the most trusted mark for sustainable forestry. 🌱 Our Commitment: • When you choose our FSC-certified yarns, you’re helping protect forests. • Forests clean our air, filter our water, and provide essential resources. • They’re also vital for combating climate change and preserving biodiversity. 🌲 How Can You Help? 1. 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝘆: Look for the FSC label when shopping – it’s your guarantee of sustainable sourcing. 2. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱: Participate in public consultations through the FSC Consultation Platform. 3. 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱: Share this post and raise awareness about forest sustainability. Together, let’s Trust the Tree and safeguard our forests for generations to come! 🌿🌲❤️ #tearfil #madeinportugal #innovation #textile #yarns #nextgen #fscportugal #treeday #forestsustainability FSC Portugal

🌳🇪🇺 The SMURF project is addressing a critical challenge in European forestry: fragmentation. With over 16 million forest owners across Europe, coordinating sustainable management practices is complex. Our project is developing tailored solutions for small forest properties, focusing on Closer to Nature Sylviculture practices, ecosystem services promotion, and innovative business models. Together, we can ensure the health and productivity of Europe's diverse forest landscapes. #SustainableForestry #SMURF #EuropeanForests 🗺️ European (European Economic Area countries) forest management strategies map showing a possible route of strategizing forest management. Figure from the article "Next-generation information to support a sustainable course for European forests", by the H2020 project PEGASUS _eu, for the Nature Sustainability journal 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/dFkFYrJe

Why do we favour sustainable forestry rather than primary forests? 🤔 This is a question we are often asked, which is not without merit. 💡 Indeed, primary forests, also known as virgin forests, are ecosystems of great richness and crucial importance for life on Earth. The renowned botanist Francis Hallé and the Francis Hallé Association for Primary Forests (Association Francis Hallé pour la forêt primaire) have provided much material to understand their complexity. We fully support the idea of recreating a primary forest in Europe, although it is not our mission and the primary work of our forest team. What is a primary forest? 👉 By definition, a primary or virgin forest is free from human intervention. It undergoes no silvicultural action. Essentially, it's left untouched to grow and develop itself. EcoTree's work: 📌 Our mission is to plant new forests and manage existing forests in Europe, following mixed-species continuous cover forestry principles, with a dual ecological and economic objective. 📌 We act locally to restore forest #ecosystems, promote and preserve the local #biodiversity, help forests resist pressures exerted by #climatechange, and develop the local economy. 🦋 We are also developing biodiversity preservation projects. For example, we are creating senescence patches in dedicated areas of our forests, where we intervene as little as possible, letting nature take its course. The sole objective of those projects is to preserve small patches of wild nature in a landscape entirely shaped by human hands. Natural regeneration in senescence patches takes a very long time. So, in 800 years, perhaps we can discuss them as primary forest areas. One type of forest does not exclude the other. Every forest effort that promotes more nature and forests on the planet is one step closer to a more sustainable future. 🌍 #reforestation #afforestation #nbs

🌳 Celebrating Our Forests and Protecting Our Environment 🌿 Today, let's take a moment to appreciate the invaluable role our forests play in sustaining life on Earth. From providing clean air and water to offering habitat for countless species, forests are the lungs of our planet and a cornerstone of biodiversity. As professionals in the forestry and environmental sectors, we have the privilege and responsibility to champion sustainable practices that ensure these natural treasures are preserved for future generations. Here are a few ways we can make a difference: Promote Sustainable Forestry: Implement and advocate for responsible logging practices that balance economic needs with ecological health. Support Reforestation Efforts: Participate in or donate to reforestation projects that restore degraded lands and expand forest cover. Enhance Biodiversity: Protect and restore habitats to ensure a diverse range of species can thrive. Raise Awareness: Educate communities about the importance of forests and the need for environmental stewardship. Every action, no matter how small, contributes to a healthier planet. Together, we can create a legacy of sustainability and environmental respect. 🌍 Let's commit to nurturing our forests and safeguarding our environment. Share your initiatives and success stories in the comments below—let's inspire each other to make a lasting impact! 🌱 #Forestry #Environment #Sustainability #Reforestation #Biodiversity #EnvironmentalStewardship #GreenFuture

*WORLD FORESTRY DAY* Today, we celebrate the beauty and importance of our forests, which are vital for the health of our planet and all living beings. Forests provide us with clean air, water, biodiversity, and are crucial in combating climate This year's theme is ‘Forests and Innovation: New Solutions for a Better World’ as chosen by the Collaborative Partnership on Forests (CPF). The theme reflects the critical role that forests play in the world of innovation and vice versa. It also aims to highlight the pressing challenges that are making it difficult to preserve forests and the solutions to promote forest conservation and sustainable utilisation. On this day, let's pledge to protect and preserve our forests for future generations. Plant a tree, support sustainable forestry practices, or simply take a walk in the woods and connect with nature. Together, we can make a difference! #FRIN 🌍

24.7 acres (that’s 100,000 sqm if you prefer using the metric system). That’s the forest area we preserved thanks to your likes! 🥳 That’s a promise we made for our end-of-year campaign, so here goes: All your likes - comments - shares of the "great business coalition" operation are converted into square metres of forest preserved (for 1 year). Nos Grandes Forêts, a French mission-led company, will be maintaining 10 hectares of forest in the Ile-de-France region (at its own expense)! A huge thank you to them for this wonderful gesture! (https://lnkd.in/gyNFfhME) Situated near Fontainebleau, the forest in question is called the "forêt des remises" and is located at Cannes-écluse (see the small satellite photo). This 26-hectare forest is 100% deciduous (oak, chestnut, locust, ash) 🌳 A biodiversity audit and a simple management plan are currently being implemented by a forestry expert (Jean-Jacques Laurent). According to the initial diagnosis drawn up by the expert, there are major needs: 1. Improvement of coppice-type stands to form coppice under forest. This will involve targeted thinning only of small trees of low value and low volume, allowing the chosen trees to grow peacefully. 2. Reforesting around 4 hectares of the former poplar grove. Maintaining a degraded forest is a heavy but necessary investment to ensure its proper development, its biodiversity and its capacity to store CO² in the long term. For information: 10 hectares of forest store 50 tonnes of CO2 per year (on average) according to ADEME. Effective maintenance can increase this figure by almost 30%! In short, you didn't like us in vain! So thanks again for a great end to the year 🥰 We'll keep you posted on our progress with this project! In the meantime, let's help this forest kick some greenhouse gases by deploying major innovations for the climate. We need your help to make things happen: team-planet.com

🌲🌍 Celebrating International Day of Forests 🌳🌿 Today, on International Day of Forests, we reflect on the crucial role that forests play in preserving our planet's health and ensuring a sustainable future. Liechtenstein Group stands committed to active and sustainable forest management as we recognize the significant environmental, economic, and social impacts of climate change. Forests are not only nature's carbon reservoirs, but they are also guardians of #biodiversity and providers of #RenewableResources. Through sustainable practices, we can harness their full potential to combat climate change. Here's how Liechtenstein Group contributes to this cause: 🌲 LIECO Group: Our portfolio company LIECO Group is a leader in producing high-quality forest seedlings, providing comprehensive forestry services, and digital forest management with #palos in the DACH region. LIECO is dedicated to enhancing the health and resilience of our forests. LIECO https://buff.ly/3IfKBar palos https://buff.ly/431mo1g 🌲 Kalwang Forest: Located in Styria, Austria, Kalwang Forest focuses on producing and selling high-quality softwood logs. With over 13,000 hectares of estate, including 3.300 ha of protected forestland, we prioritize sustainable forestry practices. https://buff.ly/3USrr1O 🌲 Wilfersdorf Forestry Operations: Operating in Lower Austria, Wilfersdorf Forestry Operations manages a diverse forestland consisting of more than 30 tree species. We also oversee Austria's oldest nature reserve, "Sparbach Nature Park," while actively engaging in nature conservation. https://buff.ly/3SSD5XS On this International Day of Forests, let's pledge to protect and nurture our forests. They are the lungs of our planet and a source of countless benefits for our environment, economy, and society. Join us in advocating for sustainable forest management and afforestation to secure a greener, more sustainable future for all 🌿🌎 Read more about our activities and projects in our #AnnualReview2023": https://buff.ly/4cb5rFH #InternationalDayOfForests #SustainableForestry #ClimateAction #LiechtensteinGroup #ForestsForFuture 🌲🌍 #ForestOfThe Future Photo: Fotomanufaktur Grünwald https://buff.ly/3UvxDwx

🛒 Sustainable Shopping? EcoCart highlights EcoCart has a goal.  "Saving the world, one online order at a time. We're on a mission to make fighting climate change simple, cost-effective, and accessible for everyone." And we're helping. To date, CompoCloset has offset 108,442 lb of carbon dioxide (CO2) 126.1k Miles driven by an average gasoline vehicle. 813.3 Tree Seedlings grown for 10yrs 6.0M Smartphones Charged. We are still supporting the Global Forestry Projects Portfolio. About This curated portfolio contains a variety of forestry-based carbon offset projects-from reforestation to protection and improved forest management. These projects take place all over the global south. By supporting this portfolio, we are funding projects like the Katingan Peatland Restoration and Conservation Project, the Mai Ndombe Project, the Rimba Raya Biodiversity Reserve, the Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Envira Amazonia Project. Read more about the Global Forestry Project and other projects at EcoCart.io https://lnkd.in/d6mi5pXg

The 2024 edition of The State of the World’s Forests by the FAO provides a timely analysis of how forests can contribute to addressing global challenges through innovative practices within the forest sector. As climate change and biodiversity loss intensify, this report emphasises the urgent need for inventive, scalable solutions. Although deforestation rates have slowed in some regions, forests remain increasingly vulnerable to climate-related stressors, prompting the need for new approaches to conservation, restoration, and sustainable management. The report categorises innovations into technological, social, policy, institutional, and financial domains, each playing a crucial role in advancing sustainable forest management. It also includes case studies from around the world, showcasing how these innovations are being applied and offering valuable lessons that can be adapted to various contexts. For professionals in forestry and sustainability, this report is an essential resource, illustrating how responsible and inclusive innovation can transform agrifood systems and strengthen forest resilience. The focus on practical examples and innovative strategies highlights the importance of informed, proactive action in leveraging the potential of forests to mitigate global environmental challenges. The insights provided are crucial for shaping the future of sustainable forestry practices and policy development. #Forests2024 #SustainableForestry #ClimateAction #BiodiversityConservation #ForestInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #AgrifoodSystems #ForestRestoration #EnvironmentalSustainability #GlobalChallenges #ClimateResilience #NatureBasedSolutions #CircularEconomy #ForestManagement #EcosystemRestoration