The Oslo Tropical Forest Forum, one of the largest conferences globally focused on the issue, kicked off with news that tropical forests lost 39 million acres last year, an area roughly the size of Bangladesh. Protecting and restoring forests is critical to healthy and productive ecosystems.
I spoke at a panel discussion on the Interfaith Rainforest Initiative, that seeks to engage faith-based leaders in protecting rainforests. At UN Environment, we consider it important to engage with faith-based organizations to strengthen global efforts to protect the environment. The reach and influence of many of these groups is incredible, and they can take the message of protecting this planet very far!
