Abundantly available, bamboo is already a source of food, fibre, firewood and construction material in Indonesia. Now, scientists -- who will speak at the imminent GLF conference in Bonn -- are exploring its potential for energy production and restoration of degraded land. This month, the new International Tropical Peatland Center was launched. It offers training and more to help ensure fragile peatland ecosystems are a part of conservation efforts worldwide. In Indonesia, local industries are adapting to the new normal of protecting peatlands, and farmers are learning about practical alternatives to fire use in farming systems. In Bhutan, forests are a key part of life, contributing to the country’s Gross National Happiness quotient.

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Join the GLF Bonn Digital Edition, Dec. 1-2.

An alternative Nobel Prize laureate. Women leaders in green finance. Environment ministers. Global media. Young entrepreneurs. Documentaries. Landscape Heroes. Interviews. Polls. So much to look forward to at GLF Bonn. Join us online from anywhere in the world and take action for a sustainable future.

How do we tackle climate change within landscapes?
Join us on Dec. 9 in Katowice

Seats are limited. Register now to join the GLF Climate Action in the Landscape event on the sidelines of U.N. COP24 climate talks in Katowice, Poland. Topics include climate issues and conservation, the role of restoration, people and land use in mitigating climate change. International climate and conservation experts will be on hand. Check the agenda here.

CIFOR@COP24

REDD+ book: Join CIFOR scientists at U.N. COP24 climate talks in Katowice, Poland to discuss 10 years of REDD+. Researchers will share their insights into the role forests play in climate mitigation and adaptation. See website for details.