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Just a quick question, couldn't find any information or was just missing it.
In the Amazon there are still people who live in and off the land just like forever ago.
Say someone from a city neighboring the forest a registered citizen of the country here's killed by a tribe member.... What happens? Does the state/country it's in do anything to the tribe or the person who did it?
Or so they just leave em alone BECAUSE they're tribal still and not having civilized ways?
Transparent forest data is key to effective climate action! The FAO's CBIT-Forest project, in collaboration with UNDP, is empowering countries to meet the transparency requirements of the Paris Agreement by enhancing the collection, analysis, and sharing of forest data.
Are Eucalyptus trees really the water hogs we’ve been led to believe? A new study suggests the answer isn’t so clear-cut! Turns out, Eucalyptus and Pine trees might use about the same amount of water—depending on where they’re planted.
https://groundtruth.app/eucalyptus-vs-pine-whos-the-real-water-hog/
Explore the groundbreaking study "Mapping the Diversity of Land Uses Following Deforestation Across Africa" that reveals the primary drivers of forest loss and offers actionable insights for conservation. With high-resolution mapping and open-source data, we can make informed decisions to protect our forests and biodiversity.
Discover how Greenstand's TreeTracker project is transforming reforestation and sustainability efforts. Through an innovative "pay-to-grow" model, TreeTracker directly compensates local farmers for growing and nurturing trees, creating a self-sustaining ecosystem. Leveraging advanced technology, the project tracks environmental assets, contributing to carbon sequestration and supporting local economies. The open-source framework invites collaboration from communities, developers, and global citizens, driving meaningful environmental and social impact. https://groundtruth.app/greenstands-treetracker-tracking-trees-empowering-communities/
Global List of Tree Seed Suppliers
Ground Truth Data is attempting to compile a list of resources around the world for purchasing seed for mass reforestation projects. Please feel free to comment or dm if you know of any that could be added 🤠🌲
Discover the latest insights into global tree-growing efforts! 🌳 Schubert et al. (2024) reveal the successes and challenges faced by organizations in adhering to reforestation best practices. While many acknowledge the importance of measurable goals and community involvement, only a few provide detailed monitoring and long-term plans. Only 38% of organizations in the study report quantitative measures of the benefits to local communities.🌱 #Reforestation #OpenData #Sustainability #EnvironmentalScience
https://groundtruth.app/evaluating-global-tree-growing-efforts-achievements-and-challenges/
Discover how Sentinel-3 satellite data and Google Earth Engine are revolutionizing global vegetation monitoring. Researchers have developed a cutting-edge method to produce cloud-free, high-resolution maps of essential vegetation traits like leaf area index and chlorophyll content. This innovative approach not only overcomes the challenges of cloud cover but also provides critical insights into the health and dynamics of our planet's vegetation. Dive into the future of environmental monitoring and explore how these advancements can help us better understand and protect our ecosystems. Read our summary, view the full study and access the open-source tools here.
Overview of supply chain issues re: sourcing seed for tree planting projects around the world.
[RecExplo] Looking for a local guide for a jungle expedition in Borneo!
Hello all jungle explorers!
Gabriel and I, Kelan, from the RecExplo duo, are planning an expedition to the jungles of Borneo (Kalimantan) this August! We can't wait to share this adventure with you, but before we leave, we need your help! 🆘
We're looking for an experienced local guide to accompany us for the first 3 days. We don't want a simple tourist guide, we're looking for a real jungle expert, capable of showing us the wonders of nature, teaching us the rudiments of feeding ourselves in total respect for the environment and guiding us along the most authentic trails.
If you know any local guides in Borneo who fit this profile, don't hesitate to recommend them to us in a comment or private message!
As well as sharing your recommendations, we'd love to know:
Have you ever been on a jungle expedition? Tell us about your experience!
What's the most important advice you'd give to someone embarking on such an adventure?
What would you like to see in a video about a jungle expedition?
We can't wait to read your comments and share this extraordinary adventure with you!
#RecExplo #Borneo #JungleExpedition #GuideLocal #Adventure