If even a portion of that carbon is released through further deforestation, the report warns, the resulting increase in the greenhouse gas in the atmosphere would significantly accelerate global warming. (livescience.com)
The shortcomings of some wealthier nations isn't stopping key players in the developing world from making the most of COP16 — particularly when it comes to REDD, which Serra hopes will help fund safeguards to prevent further deforestation in the Amazon. (treehugger.com)
In January, the Nordic country contributed $ 100 million toward a new fund that endeavors to support small farmers boost agricultural output while avoiding further deforestation and degradation. (news.mongabay.com)