By the early 1980s, only 26% of Costa Rica had forest cover. Like other countries in Latin America, uncontrolled logging for agriculture and livestock production – especially cattle – had led to severe deforestation. This is a far cry from Costa Rica in the 1940s, when more than three-quarters of the country was covered in […]
An innovative company – Seedballs Kenya has pioneered a method of mass producing seedballs for low cost and efficient reintroduction of trees and grass species into degraded areas in Africa. So, what exactly is a seedball? Like the name implies, a seedball is simply a seed inside a ball of charcoal dust mixed with some […]
Forests are so much more than a large collection of trees. They are critical not only to flora and fauna but also to communities that depend on them, contributing significantly to nutrition and economic opportunities. In 2006, forests distributed across the globe covered 4 billion hectares (15 million square miles) or approximately 30 percent of […]
One of my favourite things today are Vertical Forests! Just imagine coming into a city and rather than being bombarded by only high-rise buildings and unbearable traffic, you actually see forests! Buildings covered with trees and plants that absorb carbon dioxide, filter dust from pollution, produce oxygen and reduce stress! Vertical Forests are also an […]
Do not look upon me With shame, pity or sadness Do not despise my sad ugly state For I have not always been this way Once upon a time My leaves were green and shiny Colourful flowers graced my head And my crown was of delicious fruits Once upon a time My rivers flowed […]
Paper is useful and very essential. It continues to play a vital role in our everyday lives. But since we know that our paper come from trees, it is important to find ways to reduce our paper consumption and consequently, pressure on our forests. I will like to share 3 tips to help you cut […]