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Plans to mine Indian holy forests attract criticism

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Human rights campaigner Bianca Jagger is set to urge investors to withdraw support from a mine planned for a holy site in India.

Deforestation puts local rainforests groups in "crucible"

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A rainforest conservation organisation has spoken out against the deforestation of rainforests in Brazil, which is putting local indigenous groups in a "crucible".

Britain 'reneges on climate change deal'

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A government fund earmarked to help fight global warming in Bangladesh is in danger of not being fully administered, it has emerged.

Vietnam rainforest 'illegally logged by rubber company'

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Acres of rainforest in Vietnam are being illegally logged, threatening the region's ecosystems and the livelihoods of local communities.

Climate change 'poses grave risk to world's populations'

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Climate change may be the single biggest threat posed to humankind this century, Oxfam International has warned.

Rainforest Alliance and Nestle Nespresso sign 'ecolaboration' deal

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The Rainforest Alliance and Nestle Nespresso have signed a new "ecolaboration" pact aimed at promoting sustainable coffee production.

Conflict in Cambodia 'puts rainforest biodiversity at risk'

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Armed conflict in Cambodia has had a devastating impact on the country's biodiversity, a new study has found.

Rainforest Rescue criticises Daewoo for 'unethical practices'

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Car manufacturer Daewoo has come under fire from Rainforest Rescue for its occupation of 1.3 million hectares of land in Madagascar.

Fruit juice hopes to help Amazon communities

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An ethically produced fruit juice is hoping to make great strides in helping to preserve the Amazon rainforest.

Kenco launches new eco-conscious ad campaign

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Coffee brand Kenco is set to embark on a new advertising campaign to highlight its environmentally-friendly credentials.