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Deforestation by the Nazca Civilization of Peru

By: Holly Anderson

Environmental destruction is not a modern phenomenon. Archeologists have determined that the Nazca civilization of Peru fell victim to their own deforestation practices. more...

Morocco Thuya Wood Carvers Facing Supply Crisis

By: Kate Nivison

Morocco's famous forests are under threat, endangering the livelihoods of skilled craftsmen. Most at risk is rare and beautiful thuya wood, coveted since Roman times. more...

ARRI's Reforestation Brings Jobs & Cleaner Water

By: Jacqueline Lerche

If funded, a new plan to reforest large portions of the Appalachians will bring jobs, higher property values, cleaner air and water, and much needed forest habitat. more...

Sustainable Palm Oil Still Difficult to Obtain

By: Lauren Witlin

Market demand for sustainable palm oil has forced the palm oil industry to consider abandoning past production practices, but motivation for change is still lacking. more...

The Environmental Damage to Tropical Rainforests

By: Laurence O'Sullivan

The continuing environmental damage to tropical rainforests, dubbed the "Lungs of the Earth", has negative impacts on biodiversity, climate and ecosystems. more...

Air Trees Assembled in Madrid

By: Francisco Ramos

The Air Trees provide a social gathering place while transforming an outdoor environment. Combining smart growth and communal recreation, it's the model for urban renewal more...

Essential Gear List for Tree Planting Work

By: Jenn Hardy

The list of needed materials for tree planting is a long one. While items vary from province to province, there are many things a planter simply cannot do without. more...

The Cons of Working as a Tree Planter in Canada

By: Jenn Hardy

Spending the summer planting trees might sound like a fun way to make money and get in shape, but there are cons to working in reforestation which must be considered. more...

The Pros of Working as a Tree Planter in Canada

By: Jenn Hardy

Being stuck in a bush camp might seem like a nightmare to some, but to others, tree planting is a way of life. A life of friends, fitness, and most of all, money. more...

What a Tree Planting Job in Canada is Like

By: Jenn Hardy

Before taking the decision to work in the silviculture industry, it is important to know what to expect as far as food, accommodation, and start date. more...

What to Expect Working as Tree Planter in Canada

By: Jenn Hardy

Dozens of silviculture companies plant 500 million trees in Canada every year. It's a tough job, but someone has to do it. more...

Environmental Outlook for the Orangutan Habitat

By: Laurence O'Sullivan

The orangutan habitat is confined to the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. The environmental damage to the habitat could lead to the extinction of the orangutan. more...

Palm Oil Growth Damages Rainforest Environment

By: Laurence O'Sullivan

The rise in the use of biofuels has encouraged the growth of palm oil production. But oil palm plantations have negative environmental impacts on tropical rainforests. more...

North American Forest Environment Under Stress

By: Laurence O'Sullivan

North American forests, havens of biodiversity and large carbon sinks, are coming under increased environmental pressure from human activity and climate change. more...

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