Indigenous Impacts of Carbon Offsetting Implementation in Guyana
In her latest article, Akola Thompson, advocacy coordinator at Guyana’s South Rupununi District Council, delves into the impacts of carbon offsetting on the Indigenous peoples of Guyana. She highlights the government’s persistent refusal to acknowledge Indigenous communities’ claims to their customary lands.
Questions Over Accounting and Inclusion Mar Guyana’s Unprecedented Carbon Scheme
Guyana has added almost all its forests to the carbon market, signing a $750 million carbon credit deal with petroleum company Hess Corporation, of which 15% will go to Indigenous communities. However, climate experts and Indigenous leaders are questioning the scheme’s accuracy in measuring carbon emissions and whether communities were properly consulted.
Women for the Amazon: Protagonists of Community Forest Monitoring (Article in Spanish)
For the United Nations, the 2023 theme for International Women’s Day is “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality.” Discover how indigenous woman leaders in Loreto, Ucayali, and Madre de Dios in Peru are protecting the Amazon rainforest using monitoring technologies.
9 Best Charities for Protecting the Amazon Rainforest (Complete 2023 List)
Whether you’re passionate about advocating for the rights of indigenous communities, fighting against industries that cause deforestation, or preserving the Amazon rainforest for future generations, there are various charities you can support. We are honored to be listed as one of the top charities to support in 2023.
Rainforest Foundation US Earns Spot on Year-End “Best Charities” Lists
With so many global charities supporting the climate, we are proud and grateful to see several publications recognize Rainforest Foundation US on their “Best Charities” lists.
To Counter Climate Change, We Must Protect Indigenous Peoples: an Op-Ed by RFUS’s Executive Director
To counteract climate change, we must protect indigenous peoples. Rainforest Foundation US’s Executive Director lays out why.
In Honor of Earth Day, Donate to These Organizations
Marie Claire highlights RFUS and other environmental groups to support, on Earth Day and every day.
Ticuna Community Uses Technology to Protect their Art and Traditions (Article in Spanish)
Mongabay features Ticuna forest patrollers, part of RFUS’s Rainforest Alert program, who use their mobile phones to document festivals and traditions of community artisans.
Indigenous Groups Unveil Plan to Protect 80% of the Amazon in Peru and Ecuador
Mongabay describes a plan for Amazon protection proposed by indigenous partners and supported by RFUS.
Want to Fight Climate Change Effectively? Here’s Where to Donate Your Money
For three years in a row, Vox has featured Rainforest Foundation US in an article that lists high-impact organizations addressing the climate crisis.
